OK HB4322

Removes the requirement that a "funeral director in charge" must hold dual licensure as both a funeral director and embalmer, allowing individuals licensed only as funeral directors to serve in this supervisory role at funeral establishments, commercial embalming establishments, or crematories.

Amends the definition of "funeral director in charge" in Section 396.2 of the Funeral Services Licensing Act by striking the words "both" and "and embalmer" from the dual-license requirement.

Eliminates Section 396.3(F), which previously required funeral directors in charge to maintain current dual funeral director and embalmer licenses, along with the grandfathering provisions for those without dual licenses.

Maintains all other existing licensing pathways and requirements for funeral directors and embalmers, including the alternative 30-semester-hour funeral director course, 12-month apprenticeship, and examination requirements.

Effective date is November 1, 2026; received "Do Pass" recommendation from the Committee on Commerce and Economic Development Oversight on February 26, 2026.