Professions and occupations; Massage Therapy Act; oversight committee; effective date.

HB 2234 updates Oklahoma's Massage Therapy Practice Act by creating two new oversight bodies: an Advisory Board (with 5 members including licensed therapists and educators) and an Oversight Committee (to handle complaints and disciplinary actions). It directly affects licensed massage therapists, massage therapy schools, and the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, which gains expanded enforcement authority. The bill sets licensing fees at $25 for licenses issued before May 1, 2017, and $50 annually thereafter, while requiring annual training on professional conduct for oversight members. The changes take effect November 1, 2025.