Bill > HB2736

This bill modifies requirements for certified public accountant (CPA) candidates in Oklahoma, primarily focusing on education, examination, and criminal history record checks. The bill updates the education requirements, specifying that candidates must have at least 120 semester hours of college education, including a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year university, with specific coursework in accounting and related business subjects. It clarifies the criminal history record check process, mandating that candidates submit to a national criminal history record check through the Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation, with the results being confidential and only accessible to the Oklahoma Accountancy Board. The bill also adjusts provisions for out-of-state licensees seeking certification in Oklahoma, ensuring they meet equivalent educational and professional standards. Additionally, it maintains the Board's ability to evaluate an applicant's "good character" by considering their professional history and potential felony convictions. The changes are set to take effect on November 1, 2025, giving professionals and the Accountancy Board time to prepare for the new requirements.

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http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2736&Session=2600