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 licenses to assistant funeral directors, who must be employed by a licensed funeral director and meet certain educational and moral character standards. The bill also outlines the responsibilities of assistant funeral directors and the supervision required by the licensed funeral director in charge.

Additionally, the bill amends the fee structure for various licenses and registrations under the Funeral Services Licensing Act, including a new fee of $150 for the assistant funeral director license or renewal. It specifies that the Oklahoma Funeral Board will set fees for all licenses and registrations, and it includes provisions for the renewal of licenses, which will expire annually on December 31. The act 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
Amended And Engrossed: 59-396
Enrolled (final version): 59-396