Higher education; Academic Loyalty Oath Ban; prohibition of ideological oaths; right of action; effective date; emergency.

HB 1289 prohibits Oklahoma public universities from requiring students, employees, applicants, or contractors to endorse specific ideologies (like political views or diversity initiatives) or provide statements about race, ethnicity, or related topics. It bans institutions from using such information for admissions, hiring, or promotions, with exceptions for standard demographic data and academic research. The bill creates a legal right for affected individuals to sue institutions that violate these rules, seeking remedies like reinstatement or hiring. It applies to all public higher education institutions in Oklahoma and requires annual compliance reports to state legislators.