Strong Readers Act; removing language establishing three-year pilot program; increasing number of literacy specialists required. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1291 amends Oklahoma's Strong Readers Act by removing a three-year pilot program for literacy instructional teams and increasing the required number of literacy specialists from 10 to 100 per state. The bill directly affects Oklahoma public schools, particularly those supporting students with reading difficulties or dyslexia, by mandating more specialized staff to assist teachers. Key provisions include requiring biennial reports to state leaders on program effectiveness and updating specialist qualifications to prioritize dyslexia expertise. The changes take effect July 1, 2026, as an emergency measure.