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OK HB1173
Bill
Status
2/3/2025
Primary Sponsor
Marilyn Stark
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AI Summary
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Licensed psychologists in Oklahoma would be authorized to prescribe psychotropic medications, including antidepressants, antianxiety medications, stimulants, antipsychotics, and mood stabilizers
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Two certificate pathways established: a "conditional prescription certificate" requiring physician supervision, and a full "prescription certificate" allowing independent prescribing
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Applicants must complete a postdoctoral master's degree in psychopharmacology, pass a national certification exam, and finish at least 450 classroom hours in pharmacology-related subjects approved by three state boards
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Clinical training requirements include an 80-hour practicum in clinical assessment and pathophysiology plus 400 hours treating at least 100 patients with mental disorders under physician supervision
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Conditional certificates are valid for 2 years, supervising physicians are not liable for psychologist actions unless directly controlling them, and the act takes effect November 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Psychology; definitions; prescriptions; criteria; certification; licensed psychologists; immunity; prescription certificate; rules; effective date.
Last Action
Policy recommendation to the Health and Human Services Oversight committee; Do Pass Public Health
2/5/2025