Sen. Randy Grellner

Maddy summarySB 878 increases the authorized number of full-time-equivalent staff for the State Board of Licensed Social Workers from 1 to 14 employees. This bill amends Oklahoma Statute § 3601.1 to adjust staffing limits for state boards and commissions. The change takes effect July 1, 2025, and is designated as an emergency measure. It directly affects the State Board of Licensed Social Workers by allowing them to hire more staff to carry out their regulatory duties. The bill does not alter the board's functions or create new policies, only adjusting its staffing authorization.

Maddy summarySB 878 increases the authorized full-time-equivalent employee count for Oklahoma's State Board of Licensed Social Workers from 14 to a higher number specified in the amended statute. This bill directly affects the State Board of Licensed Social Workers by adjusting its staffing limit under Oklahoma law. The key provision amends Section 3601.1 of Title 74 of the Oklahoma Statutes to update the maximum authorized staff count for this specific board. The change takes effect July 1, 2025, and the bill declares an emergency to expedite implementation.