HB2736

Professions and occupations; accountant examination; criminal history record; effective date.

Complete·5/14/25

Oklahoma HB2736 amends the requirements for certified public accountant certification, including education, experience, and criminal history checks.

Oklahoma HB2736 modifies the qualifications for certified public accountant certification. It raises the required college education to 150 semester hours, including a baccalaureate degree, and mandates at least 30 semester hours in accounting. The bill also requires applicants to have one year of experience in accounting-related services. Additionally, it specifies that applicants must pass a criminal history record check, with the costs borne by the applicant. The Oklahoma Accountancy Board is authorized to use the Uniform Certified Public Accountant Examination for certification.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

46 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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History

May 14, 2025

House

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/14/2025

May 7, 2025

House

Enrolled, signed, to Senate

May 7, 2025

Senate

Enrolled measure signed, returned to House