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OK HB3888
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Josh Cantrell
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AI Summary
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Transfers licensing authority from the Oklahoma Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors to the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for certified and licensed alcohol and drug counselors
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Transfers licensing authority from the State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure to the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services for licensed professional counselors, licensed marital and family therapists, and licensed behavioral practitioners
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Repeals statutes establishing the Oklahoma Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors (59 O.S. Section 1873, Section 1874) and the State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure (59 O.S. Section 6001)
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Maintains existing licensure requirements, fee structures (maximum $300 licensing fee, $200 renewal fee), examination standards, and disciplinary procedures while consolidating administrative functions under the Department
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Effective date of November 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Mental health; repealer; behavioral health certification or license applicants and renewals, required information; definition; Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors Act; Oklahoma Board of Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselors with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; Licensed Professional Counselors Act; State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure with the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services; Marital and Family Therapist Licensure Act; Licensed Behavioral Practitioner Act; authority of first responders to administer emergency opiate antagonists; statutory references; repealers; effective date.
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules
2/3/2026