House Bill No. 1216 amends existing legislation related to the Construction Industries Board in Oklahoma. The bill introduces new terms and establishes penalty fees for violations of various licensing laws, including those governing plumbing, electrical, mechanical, home inspection, and roofing trades. Notably, it adds roofing to the list of regulated trades and specifies that the Board can impose administrative fines and penalties for violations, with increased fines for subsequent offenses. The bill also outlines the process for collecting unpaid fines, allowing the Board to seek collection after a 90-day period following the final disposition of a case.

Additionally, the bill mandates that all fines, penalties, and fees assessed by the Board be reviewed within 90 days of imposition, ensuring transparency and accountability in the enforcement process. The Construction Industries Board is tasked with hearing appeals from administrative rulings and may face further appeals in district court, where reasonable legal fees may be awarded to the prevailing party. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 59-1000.4
House Committee Substitute: 59-1000.4
Floor (House): 59-1000.4
Sub Committee OR Policy Committee Recommendations (House) Policy Committee Recommendation: 59-1000.4
Sub Committee Recommendations (House) Sub Committee Recommendation: 59-1000.4