OKLAHOMA CITY (January 30, 2026) - Today, Governor Kevin Stitt signed an executive order directing a comprehensive review of state health policies to safeguard medical freedom, informed consent, and parental rights for all Oklahomans. This action upholds Oklahoma’s foundational principles of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, ensuring healthcare decisions remain with patients and parents.
“Oklahoma was founded on individual liberty, and that includes the right to make informed choices about our health without interference,” said Governor Stitt. “From banning vaccine mandates in our schools to rejecting WHO overreach, Oklahoma has led the nation in protecting personal freedom. This executive order builds on that legacy, aligning our policies with science, transparency, and the will of our people.”
The order directs the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH), Oklahoma Health Care Authority (OHCA), Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS), Department of Rehabilitation Services (ODRS), and Department of Human Services (DHS) to:
- Conduct a full review of policies, regulations, and practices related to medical freedom, informed consent, and parental rights.
- Submit a detailed report with recommendations and timelines within 180 days to the Governor, Senate President pro Tempore, and House Speaker.
- Revise any conflicting positions within 60 days of the report.
This initiative echoes state laws like Senate Bill 658 (2021), Senate Bill 426 (2024), and the Parents’ Bill of Rights (2014), as well as Supreme Court precedents affirming patient autonomy. It also aligns with federal priorities from President Donald J. Trump and CDC Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for transparent childhood immunization schedules.
The full text of the executive order is available here.
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