Senate Bill No. 1045 amends the existing law regarding the State Board of Examiners of Psychologists in Oklahoma. The bill re-establishes the Board, which will continue until July 1, 2025, and consists of seven members appointed by the Governor—five psychologists and two laypersons. Notably, the bill removes the previous requirement that the Governor appoint psychologists only from a list provided by the Oklahoma State Psychological Association. Instead, the Governor is now permitted to consider recommendations from various statewide organizations representing psychologists or other relevant groups and individuals.

Additionally, the bill updates the process for filling vacancies on the Board. It allows the Governor to appoint members for unexpired terms without being restricted to a specific list of psychologists. The language has been conformed and updated to reflect these changes, ensuring that the Governor has greater flexibility in selecting appointees based on broader recommendations. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 59-1354
Floor (Senate): 59-1354