Bill > HB1216

This bill amends the existing Oklahoma Construction Industries Board statute to expand its regulatory powers and modify its enforcement mechanisms. Specifically, the bill adds roofing to the list of trades the Board can regulate, introduces a new provision that increases penalty fees for repeat violations by setting second and subsequent violation fines at five times the amount of initial violation fines, and clarifies the Board's ability to collect unpaid administrative fines. The bill gives the Board explicit authority to pursue collection of unpaid, finalized administrative fines starting 90 days after final disposition through established legal processes. Additionally, the bill maintains the Board's existing powers to adopt rules, enforce licensing laws across various construction-related trades, conduct investigations, issue subpoenas, initiate disciplinary proceedings, and levy administrative fines. Notably, the bill includes a provision that exempts certain industrial facilities like public utilities and chemical plants from Board inspection for work done on their own facilities. The legislation will become effective on November 1, 2025, providing ample time for the Board to update its rules and procedures to align with the new requirements.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1216&Session=2500