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HB 1567

Professions and occupations; Oklahoma Physician Assistants Act of 2025; effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Collin Duel

HB 1567 updates Oklahoma's physician assistant regulations to modernize licensing, practice standards, and healthcare delivery requirements within the state.

Second Reading referred to Rules
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Bill Summary · HB 1567

Legislative bill overview

HB 1567 proposes updates to Oklahoma's regulatory framework governing physician assistants (PAs), collectively referred to as the Oklahoma Physician Assistants Act of 2025. The bill underwent first reading on February 3, 2025, and was referred to the Rules Committee for second reading. The specific provisions and effective date details are not publicly detailed in the available legislative summary.

Why is this important

Physician assistant regulations directly affect healthcare delivery, patient access to care, and the scope of medical services available in Oklahoma. Updates to PA licensing and practice standards can influence whether PAs can work more independently or require closer physician supervision, affecting rural healthcare access and healthcare workforce flexibility. These regulatory changes also impact PA training requirements and professional standards across the state.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of practice expansion vs. physician oversight: Disagreement over how independently PAs can practice without direct physician supervision, with physician organizations potentially favoring closer oversight and PA advocates seeking expanded autonomy
  • Licensing and credentialing requirements: Debate over whether new educational or certification standards make licensure more or less accessible, potentially affecting workforce supply
  • Rural healthcare access: Questions about whether changes facilitate or hinder PA deployment in underserved areas where physician availability is limited

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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