Bill > SB1035

This bill modifies several sections of Oklahoma law related to construction licensing, with a primary focus on limiting and standardizing administrative penalties for first-time offenders across different licensing boards. The bill introduces a new provision that prevents boards from imposing fines greater than $2,000 for first-time offenses and requires that such fines include educational resources to help offenders achieve compliance. Additionally, the bill mandates that boards offer a non-adversarial meeting for first-time offenders to guide them through the licensing and compliance process, with the assurance that participation in such a meeting cannot be used against them in future administrative hearings. The changes apply to various construction-related licensing areas, including home inspection, plumbing, building and construction inspection, roofing, electrical, and mechanical licensing. Each section of the bill adds language specifying that no penalties shall be issued inconsistent with the new guidelines in Section 1000.9, which establishes the framework for these more lenient first-time offense procedures. The bill is set to become effective on November 1, 2025, and aims to create a more supportive and educational approach to addressing licensing violations rather than solely punitive measures.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1035&Session=2600