Schools; requiring parent permission to administer certain curriculum and surveys to students; effective date; emergency.

HB 1998 requires Oklahoma public schools to obtain written parental permission before students can participate in sex education classes or materials focused on sexual behavior/attitudes, and before administering surveys about sexual behavior. Schools must provide parents with prior written notice about these materials and surveys, including the option to opt their child out. The bill specifically applies to the Oklahoma Prevention Needs Assessment Survey (which covers mental health, substance use, and related issues) and all sex education programs for students in grades 6-12. This law directly affects parents/guardians, students, and school districts by changing consent requirements for specific curricula and surveys.