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

HB 2234 updates Oklahoma's Massage Therapy Practice Act by creating two new bodies: an Advisory Board (with three licensed therapists, one school representative, and one citizen) to advise on qualifications and standards, and an Oversight Committee (selected by the Advisory Board) to handle complaints, investigate violations, and recommend disciplinary actions. The bill also sets licensing fees at $25 for pre-May 2017 licenses and $50 annually for new licenses after that date, with a $10 duplicate fee. It requires the Oversight Committee to provide annual training on sexual harassment, assault, and professional conduct. The law takes effect November 1, 2025, directly affecting licensed massage therapists and their regulatory process in Oklahoma.