HB 2286 Summary

• Extends the Oklahoma Funeral Board sunset date from July 1, 2024 to July 1, 2029.

• Creates a new assistant funeral director license that allows one assistant per licensed funeral director, requiring passage of the Oklahoma State Law Examination for Funeral Directors, at least 60 semester hours of college study, and good moral character.

• Sets license fees including assistant funeral director license or renewal at $150.00, with other funeral service licenses ranging from $75.00 to $250.00.

• Requires assistant funeral directors to work under direct supervision of a licensed funeral director and complete continuing education in accordance with state requirements.

• Takes effect July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause allowing immediate implementation upon passage and approval.