Bill No. 2286 establishes a new licensing category for assistant funeral directors in Oklahoma, defining their role as individuals who assist licensed funeral directors in various functions related to funeral services. The bill outlines the requirements for obtaining this license, including the completion of an examination, proof of good moral character, and a minimum of 60 semester hours of study from an accredited institution. Each licensed funeral director-in-charge may have only one assistant funeral director, and the assistant's work must be supervised by the licensed director. The bill also mandates that licenses be renewed annually and that continuing education is completed as specified in existing law.

Additionally, the bill amends Section 396 of Title 59 of the Oklahoma Statutes to extend the sunset date for the Oklahoma Funeral Board from 2024 to 2029. This change ensures the continued operation of the Board, which oversees the licensing and regulation of funeral directors and embalmers in the state. The bill is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Floor (Senate): 59-396
Engrossed: 59-396