HB3977

State veterinarian; certain qualifications; effective date.

Complete·5/11/26

Oklahoma HB3977 amends qualifications for the State Veterinarian, requiring a current Oklahoma veterinary license and food safety experience.

Oklahoma HB3977 amends the qualifications for the State Veterinarian, requiring the individual to hold a current license to practice veterinary medicine in Oklahoma and have experience in food safety. The State Veterinarian is appointed by the State Board of Agriculture. This bill provides an effective date for these changes.

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

40 Yea

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5 Nay

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3 Absent

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Calendar

Apr 6

10:00 AM

Senate Agriculture and Wildlife Hearing

Feb 25

9:00 AM

House Energy and Natural Resources Oversight Hearing

History

May 11

House

Approved by Governor 05/11/2026

May 5

Senate

General Order, Considered

May 5

Senate

Measure passed: Ayes: 40 Nays: 5