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OK HB4275

OK HB4275
Mental health; rules and standards for certification of behavioral health case managers; uniformity in rules and standards for certification for behavioral health case managers; certification as peer recovery support specialist; uniformity in rules and standards for certification for peer recovery support specialist; effective date.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
04/01/2026
Crossed Over
02/19/2026
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to mental health; amending 43A O.S. 2021, Section 3-318, which relates to rules and standards for certification of behavioral health case managers, application for certification, fee, titles, and compliance; providing uniformity in rules and standards for certification for behavioral health case managers; amending 43A O.S. 2021, Section 3-326, which relates to certification as peer recovery support specialists, rules, application, fees, titles, and penalties; providing uniformity in rules and standards for certification for peer recovery support specialists; and providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill aims to standardize and clarify the rules and standards for certifying behavioral health case managers and peer recovery support specialists in Oklahoma, ensuring uniformity across different employment settings. Specifically, it expands the types of employers for whom these professionals can be certified to include municipalities and counties, as well as organizations certified by the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services. The bill also clarifies the specific titles these certified professionals can use based on their employment, while explicitly stating that this certification does not permit them to practice professions requiring separate licenses, such as physician or psychologist. The legislation also sets a maximum fee of $100 for certification applications and renewals and establishes an effective date of November 1, 2026.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Health and Human Services (on 04/01/2026)

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