House Bill No. 2286 amends existing laws related to the Oklahoma Funeral Board, extending its sunset date from July 1, 2024, to July 1, 2029. The bill introduces a new licensing category for assistant funeral directors, establishing specific application requirements and procedures for obtaining this license. The Oklahoma Funeral Board will have the authority to issue assistant funeral director licenses to individuals who meet the necessary qualifications, including completion of the Oklahoma State Law Examination for Funeral Directors and payment of the associated fees. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of assistant funeral directors, who must work under the supervision of a licensed funeral director.

Additionally, the bill amends the fee structure for various licenses and registrations, including setting the fee for the assistant funeral director license at $150. It specifies that the Oklahoma Funeral Board will determine fees for all licenses, registrations, examinations, and renewals required by the Funeral Services Licensing Act. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Floor (Senate): 59-396
Engrossed: 59-396
Amended And Engrossed: 59-396
Enrolled (final version): 59-396