Healing arts; terms; legislative findings; protections; practitioners; penalties; effective date.

HB 1145 protects practitioners of indigenous and traditional healing therapies, as well as complementary and alternative healing practices like naturopathy and massage, by shielding them from penalties under health care laws when operating within defined limits. The bill prohibits these unlicensed practitioners from performing surgery, prescribing drugs, diagnosing medical conditions, or falsely claiming licensure. It specifically requires practitioners to avoid harmful procedures, not interfere with prescribed medications, and not misrepresent their credentials. This law directly affects both practitioners offering these services and the public accessing them, while ensuring compliance with Oklahoma’s health regulations. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025.