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OK HB2400

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/6/2012

Primary Sponsor

Wade Rousselot

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Origin

House of Representatives

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the "Animal Massage and Acupressure Therapy Act" establishing certification requirements for individuals practicing animal massage and acupressure therapy in Oklahoma.

  • Requires certified practitioners to complete a 300-hour training program approved by the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry, covering techniques, anatomy, physiology, kinesiology, animal behavior, and business practices.

  • Mandates practitioners pass national certification exams (National Board of Certification for Animal Acupressure and Massage) and a state jurisprudence exam; practitioners cannot diagnose, treat diseases, perform surgery, or use needles.

  • Requires practitioners to provide written client information forms disclosing qualifications and scope of practice limitations, maintain separate animal records for three years, and obtain liability insurance.

  • Establishes certification fees ranging from $150-$200 for initial certification and $150 for annual renewal, with application and credential services fees; effective November 1, 2012.

Legislative Description

Professions and occupations; creating the Animal Massage and Acupressure Therapy Act; effective date.

Professions and Occupations

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Agriculture, Wildlife and Environment

2/7/2012

Committee Referrals

Agriculture, Wildlife & Environment2/7/2012

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