Oklahoma HB4322 modifies funeral director and embalmer licensing requirements, removing the need for dual licensing.

Oklahoma HB4322 amends the Funeral Services Licensing Act to redefine the role of a funeral director in charge, removing the requirement for dual licensing as a funeral director and embalmer. The bill sets new criteria for embalmer and funeral director licenses, including curriculum standards, apprenticeship requirements, and examination scores. It also updates definitions related to funeral services and establishes the Oklahoma Funeral Board's role in accrediting schools and issuing licenses. The changes take effect immediately upon the bill's passage.

Oklahoma HB4322 modifies funeral director and embalmer licensing requirements, removing the need for dual licensing.

Oklahoma HB4322 amends the Funeral Services Licensing Act to redefine the role of a funeral director in charge, removing the requirement for dual licensing as a funeral director and embalmer. The bill sets new criteria for embalmer and funeral director licenses, including curriculum standards, apprenticeship requirements, and examination scores. It also updates definitions related to funeral services and establishes the Oklahoma Funeral Board's role in accrediting schools and issuing licenses. The changes take effect immediately upon the bill's passage.