Oklahoma Workforce Commission; permitting the collection of certain data. Effective date.

SB 1771 authorizes Oklahoma's Workforce Commission to collect specific workforce data from state agencies, schools, and other entities, including program costs, participant wages before and after training, job openings requiring certifications, and funding details. It requires these entities to share the data and mandates the Commission to create a public dashboard displaying workforce development information. The bill also explicitly permits the Commission to hire outside legal counsel for advice on its duties, with costs covered by its funds. These changes take effect November 1, 2026, aiming to improve data transparency and decision-making for workforce programs.