Oklahoma is the first state to streamline portability in 2026! At the December 2025 board meeting, the Oklahoma board voted to allow board staff to approve licensure applications between board meetings.
This change tackles the biggest challenge for portability in Oklahoma, as allowing board staff to approve applications will decrease wait times for applicants seeking to practice in the state. This change also highlights alternative methods to enhance the portability process.
Traditionally, the Access MFTs initiative has accomplished streamlined portability through the legislative process, but the work of the team in Oklahoma displays the importance of exploring all possible strategies for improving portability.