HB2018

Schools; definitions; granting physical and occupational therapists certified teacher benefits; effective date; emergency.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma HB2018 amends definitions to include physical and occupational therapists and grants them the same benefits as certified teachers.

Oklahoma HB2018 amends the definitions in the Oklahoma Statutes to include physical and occupational therapists. It grants these therapists the same benefits as certified teachers, including protection under the law and eligibility for compensation. The bill declares an emergency and will take effect on July 1, 2025.

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History

Feb 10, 2025

House

Withdrawn from Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee

Feb 10, 2025

House

Withdrawn from Appropriations and Budget Committee

Feb 10, 2025

House

Referred to Rules