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OK HB4317
OK HB4317Professions and occupations; accountants; education requirements; certificates; effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to professions and occupations; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 15.8, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 192, O.S.L. 2025 (59 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 15.8), which relates to qualifications to take an examination for accounting; modifying educational requirements; providing a time frame; describing educational course requirements; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 15.9, as last amended by Section 2, Chapter 192, O.S.L. 2025 (59 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 15.9), which relates to issuing accounting certificates; modifying educational eligibility requirements to align with Uniform Accountancy Act; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 15.12A, as last amended by Section 3, Chapter 26, O.S.L. 2023 (59 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 15.12A),which relates to out-of-state licensed accounting business; providing pathway for in-state licensure; amending 59 O.S. 2021, Section 15.13, as last amended by Section 6, Chapter 26, O.S.L. 2025 (59 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 15.13), which relates to public accounting certificates; modifying required documents for application; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the educational and experience requirements for individuals seeking to become certified public accountants (CPAs) in Oklahoma, aligning them more closely with the Uniform Accountancy Act, a model set of rules for CPA licensing. Key changes include adjusting the number of semester hours required in accounting and related business subjects, with specific timelines for implementation, and introducing alternative pathways for meeting these educational and experience criteria. The bill also clarifies the process for out-of-state licensed accountants to obtain an in-state license, establishing a pathway for those whose principal place of business is in Oklahoma to practice here, and it updates the documentation needed for public accounting certificate applications. The effective date for these changes is November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
House Commerce & Economic Development Oversight Hearing (10:30:00 2/26/2026 Room 450) (on 02/26/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb4317&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Proposed Policy Committee Recommendation | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB4317%20POLREC%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| Policy Committee Recommendation | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20COMMITTEE%20SUBS/HCS/HB4317%20POLREC.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Proposed Policy Committee Substitute 1 | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB4317%20POLPCS1%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB4317%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| Proposed Policy Committee Substitute 1 | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20COMMITTEE%20AMENDMENTS/House/HB4317%20POLPCS1%20GERRID%20KENDRIX-TKR.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB4317%20INT.PDF |
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