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OK SB701
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends the definition of "licensed mental health professional" in Oklahoma mental health law (43A O.S. Section 1-103) by removing specialization requirements for advanced practice nurses and physician's assistants.
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Removes the requirement that advanced practice nurses must specialize in mental health to qualify as licensed mental health professionals.
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Removes the requirement that physician's assistants must have received specific training for and be experienced in performing mental health therapeutic, diagnostic, or counseling functions.
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Becomes effective November 1, 2015.
Legislative Description
Mental health; removing certain specialization criteria for certain persons. Effective date.
Last Action
Approved by Governor 04/21/2015
4/21/2015
Committee Referrals
Appropriations and Budget Health Subcommittee3/11/2015
Appropriations and Budget3/10/2015
Health and Human Services2/3/2015
Full Bill Text
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