Bill No. 1033, introduced by Kendrix in the House and Bergstrom in the Senate, aims to amend the existing law regarding the State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners. The bill re-creates the Board and extends its termination date from July 1, 2025, to July 1, 2030, in accordance with the Oklahoma Sunset Law. The Board is responsible for regulating and enforcing the practice of veterinary medicine in Oklahoma, ensuring that practitioners meet the necessary qualifications and fitness standards, and addressing unlawful practices in the field.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of protecting public health, safety, and welfare through the Board's actions. It includes provisions to prevent conflicts of interest among Board members and mandates the adoption of a conflict of interest policy, which must be reviewed annually. The bill also clarifies that the practice of veterinary medicine is a privilege granted by the state, not a natural right, and underscores the Board's primary responsibility to safeguard the public from unprofessional or unlawful practices in veterinary medicine.