HB 1909 Oklahoma House · 2026 Regular Session

Committees, councils, and task forces; Oklahoma Youth Advisory Council Act; Oklahoma Youth Advisory Council; purpose; membership; qualifications; appointments; application process; diversity; term length; duties; annual reports; information; codification; effective date.

HB 1909 creates the Oklahoma Youth Advisory Council, a 53-member body for youth aged 14-19 enrolled in Oklahoma high school (including online, charter, or GED programs). The council includes 48 members appointed by state senators (one per district) and 5 tribal representatives to ensure diversity, with members serving one-year terms. Its key duties include advising legislators on youth issues like education and health, holding at least four annual meetings (two during legislative sessions), and submitting annual reports to a designated Review Committee. The bill establishes a formal process for membership applications, leadership roles, and public meeting transparency.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2025
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Governor
Introduced Feb 3, 2025 Last action Feb 4, 2025
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Feb 4, 2025
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Referred to Children, Youth and Family Services
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Feb 3, 2025
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Arturo Alonso
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