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Oklahoma Mental Health Agency Faces $23 Million Crisis

5/8/2025

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The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services faces a looming crisis, needing $23 million to pay over 2,000 employees by May 21. Lawmakers are alarmed by a staggering $63 million budget shortfall and demand clarity. Meanwhile, a special committee probes the department's finances, yet recent discussions yielded no answers.

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Story summary

The Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services faces a looming crisis, needing $23 million to pay over 2,000 employees by May 21. Lawmakers are alarmed by a staggering $63 million budget shortfall and demand clarity. Meanwhile, a special committee probes the department's finances, yet recent discussions yielded no answers.