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OK HB1256

Bill

Status

Passed

5/6/2025

Primary Sponsor

Judd Strom

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the Construction Industries Board's authority to contract with any accredited educational institution in Oklahoma receiving state appropriations that offers electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or roofing trade coursework, beyond just career and technology education schools

  • Authorizes workforce development programs to include public awareness and public information campaigns promoting skilled trades and skilled trade careers

  • Requires unexpended Skilled Trade Education and Workforce Development Funds from contracts where work has not been performed within 18 months to be released for future agreements

  • Allows approved quotes, estimates, or invoices to remain valid if performance has been initiated and completed within 24 months of the signed agreement

  • Effective date: November 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Professions and occupations; construction skilled trade education; modifying contract terms; effective date.

Last Action

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/06/2025

5/6/2025

Committee Referrals

Economic Development, Workforce and Tourism4/1/2025
Business2/5/2025
Commerce and Economic Development Oversight2/5/2025
Rules2/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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