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OK HB3977

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Trey Caldwell

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the State Veterinarian to hold a current license to practice veterinary medicine in Oklahoma
  • Adds a new requirement that the State Veterinarian must have experience in food animal veterinary practice
  • State Board of Agriculture retains authority to appoint the State Veterinarian and set compensation and duties
  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

State veterinarian; certain qualifications; effective date.

Last Action

CR; Do Pass Energy and Natural Resources Oversight Committee

2/25/2026

Committee Referrals

Agriculture2/3/2026
Energy and Natural Resources Oversight2/3/2026

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