April 29, 2026

The Blake Burgess Blood Clot Prevention Act (HB 3644) has passed the Oklahoma Senate and is headed to Governor Stitt’s desk.

This landmark legislation will require Oklahoma hospitals with emergency departments and ambulatory surgical centers to implement VTE prevention protocols, mandate staff training, and establish a statewide blood clot registry — saving lives through systematic, standardized care.

Named in memory of Blake Burgess, who died from a pulmonary embolism at 21, this bill represents exactly what is possible when families channel grief into purpose and advocates refuse to give up.

The National Blood Clot Alliance is proud to have supported this effort every step of the way.

Enormous gratitude to Rep. Preston Stinson, Senator Kelly Hines, and the Burgess family for their tireless leadership.

Governor Stitt — the lives of Oklahomans are waiting. Please sign this bill.

About Blake Burgess

This legislation is named in memory of Blake Burgess, who passed away in 2020 at the age of 21 due to a pulmonary embolism. His death underscores the necessity of this bill; with increased awareness and standardized screening protocols, many of these cases are preventable. We honor the efforts of the Burgess family in bringing attention to this issue and their work in advocating for these necessary reforms.

Building a Legacy of Protection

The Blake Burgess Act represents the next step in a growing national movement. Following the 2025 passage of the landmark Emily Adkins Family Prevention Act—which pioneered state-level legislative efforts to address blood clot prevention—Oklahoma is now stepping forward to prioritize this issue, aiming to ensure better outcomes for patients across the state.

With Gratitude to the Bill’s Champions

We appreciate the commitment of the bill’s sponsors, whose work has been instrumental in this progress:

• Author: Rep. Preston Stinson
• Principal Senate Author: Sen. Kelly Hines
• Coauthor: Rep. Nick Archer

We remain hopeful that this momentum will carry through the Senate and that this legislation will soon become law, helping to save lives through better awareness and standardized care in Oklahoma.

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