On February 24, Oklahoma’s House Public Health Committee heard HB 1689.
ERIC urged Chair Roe and committee members to pass HB 1689 out of Committee. The bill incorporates technology-neutral requirements and allows telephone audio-only, electronic mail, text message, instant messaging conversation, adaptive website questionnaires, nonsecure and secure video conference communication for telehealth consultations. HB 1689 removes barriers that restrict access to telehealth services for patients in Oklahoma. The Committee passed the bill out of Committee with 10 yeas and 0 nays. It is not clear if HB 1689 will be heard in another Committee or sent to the House floor for a vote.
We will keep you updated on the bill’s movement.
