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OK SB397

Bill

Status

Passed

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Micheal Bergstrom

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the sunset date for the State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure from July 1, 2025 to July 1, 2028, allowing the board to continue operating for an additional three years

  • Updates statutory language by changing "vice-chair" to "vice chair" in the board's officer election provisions

  • The act becomes effective July 1, 2026, with an emergency clause for immediate effect upon passage and approval

  • The Board consists of 11 Governor-appointed members: 4 licensed professional counselors, 3 licensed family and marital therapists, 2 licensed behavioral practitioners, and 2 public members

Legislative Description

State Board of Behavioral Health Licensure; extending sunset date. Effective date. Emergency.

Last Action

Approved by Governor 02/12/2026

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Administrative Rules4/1/2025
Administrative Rules2/4/2025

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