Oklahoma House Report
The Second Session of the 60th Oklahoma Legislature is underway, and the first week has already set a clear tone for the months ahead. On Feb. 2, members of the Oklahoma House and Senate gathered in joint session to officially begin our work and to hear the governor’s State of the State address.
This address marked the final State of the State for Gov. Kevin Stitt. In his remarks, the governor highlighted many areas where the Legislature has accomplished the task of moving Oklahoma forward. From strengthening our economy to investing in education and public safety, we have made meaningful progress.
As we move through this session, we must do so with renewed focus. The Oklahoma Constitution assigns the power of the purse to the Legislature, and we have always taken that responsibility seriously. In recent years, we have delivered historic tax relief to families, built record savings and made substantial investments in education and core services. Fiscal conservatism is not simply about limiting spending, but it is also about making thoughtful, sustainable decisions that protect taxpayers both now and in the future.
One of our top priorities remains literacy. As Speaker Kyle Hilbert has said, children learn to read through third grade. After that, they read to learn. If a child struggles with reading early on, every subject becomes more difficult. Strengthening reading outcomes is foundational to long-term success for our students and for our state.
I am also pleased to report progress on my first bill of the session. House Bill 3287 has passed out of the House Public Health Committee and now moves to the Health and Human Services Oversight Committee.
HB3287 is focused on protecting vulnerable Oklahomans. The bill would require hospitals and health care facilities to post clear signage addressing domestic abuse and human trafficking in visible areas, as well as in private areas where patients may safely seek help. The signage would encourage victims to notify staff immediately if they are experiencing abuse or exploitation.
In addition, the bill directs hospitals and facilities to develop protocols for reporting suspected or confirmed cases to law enforcement before a patient is discharged. These procedures must also help ensure a victim can leave safely without alerting or notifying an alleged perpetrator. The State Department of Health would be responsible for developing rules to ensure consistent placement and formatting of the signage statewide. If approved, the measure would take effect Nov. 1, 2026.
Protecting victims of domestic violence and human trafficking is not a partisan issue; it is a moral one. We must ensure that our health care facilities are equipped to recognize the signs and respond appropriately.
As we continue this session, I am praying for my fellow lawmakers and our dedicated legislative staff as we navigate the challenges ahead, asking for guidance and grace throughout this session.
As always, I am thankful I get to represent our great district. I cannot tell you how proud it makes me that you have put your trust in me to be your voice at the Capitol.
Please feel free to contact me with your questions or concerns. My email address is cynthia.roe@okhouse.gov, or you can call my office at (405) 557-7365. Thank you for letting me represent you at the Capitol!
Rep. Cynthia Roe, a Republican, represents House District 42 in the Oklahoma House of Representatives. Her district includes portions of Cleveland, Garvin and McClain counties.
