OK HB1036

Extends the termination date of the State Board of Licensed Social Workers from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2026 under the Oklahoma Sunset Law.

Maintains the Board's composition of seven members: three licensed social workers or clinical social workers, two social work associates or master's social workers, one Oklahoma Chapter president of the National Association of Social Workers, and one general public representative.

Vests enforcement authority in the State Board of Social Work with all duties, powers, and authority necessary to enforce the Social Worker's Licensing Act.

Requires social worker Board members to be state residents in good standing, actively practicing for at least one year in the last five years, and having at least three years of practice experience.

Requires the public member to be a state resident of legal age with no current or past financial interest in social work services and no affiliation with social work licensees.