Professions and occupations; Electrical License Act; stating qualifications for student apprentices registration. Effective date.

This bill updates Oklahoma's Electrical License Act to clarify definitions and establish rules for registering student electrical apprentices. It directly affects individuals aged sixteen or older who are learning electrical work under supervision by allowing them to register as student electrical intern apprentices. The legislation modifies existing statutes to include specific age requirements, define what constitutes an apprentice, and set conditions for their registration and expiration. Additionally, the bill exempts certain low-voltage Class 2 and Class 3 circuits from strict licensing requirements if they follow national fire safety standards. These changes aim to streamline the regulatory framework for training new electricians while maintaining safety standards.