Education

signed · Oklahoma · House May 6, 2026

HB 3700: Higher education; requiring policy ensuring student grades are evaluated solely on an academic basis; directing the State Regents to withhold state-appropriated funds for failure to adopt a policy; effective date; emergency.

HB 3700 requires all Oklahoma public colleges and universities to adopt a policy ensuring student grades are based solely on academic factors like attendance, course knowledge, and performance standards - prohibiting grades from being influenced by a student's personal opinions, beliefs, or unrelated conduct. This policy must be implemented by the 2026-2027 academic year, with institutions required to submit compliance verification to the State Regents for Higher Education. Failure to adopt the policy will result in the State Regents withholding all state funding from the noncompliant institution until adoption occurs. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates academic-only grading policies to protect educational integrity, aligning with 'protect' indicator under support stance.90% confidence

signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 13, 2026

SB 1734: Schools; creating the Oklahoma Responsible Technology in Schools Act; requiring development of guidance for use of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1734, the Oklahoma Responsible Technology in Schools Act, restricts AI tool use in public schools to educator-supervised settings, requiring all classroom AI applications to operate under teacher oversight ("human-in-the-loop") with educators reviewing outputs before use in instruction or assessment. It prohibits AI from determining high-stakes outcomes like grading, discipline, or student placement, and mandates school districts to adopt policies by the 2027-2028 school year covering data privacy, appropriate use, and transparency for families. The State Department of Education must develop guidance to help districts comply, while ensuring AI tools meet federal privacy laws (like FERPA) and minimize student data sharing. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and does not compel schools to adopt AI but sets guardrails for its responsible use.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates teacher oversight of AI tools, prohibits AI from high-stakes decisions (grading/discipline), and requires district policies to protect educational integrity and teacher roles.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyRestricts AI use in schools to educator oversight, prohibits AI from high-stakes decisions, and mandates policies limiting technology application in education.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers Testing & Assessment Artificial Intelligence Data Privacy

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 18, 2026

HB 3551: Higher education; resident tuition; illegal immigrants; SAVE Program verification; effective date

HB 3551 changes Oklahoma's rules for in-state college tuition eligibility. It requires students without legal U.S. immigration status to provide proof of an active application with U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (via the federal SAVE Program) to qualify for resident tuition, rather than using a simple affidavit. This directly affects undocumented students or those with pending immigration status seeking in-state tuition at Oklahoma public colleges. The bill also clarifies that students who already qualified for resident tuition before the 2006-2007 academic year remain exempt from these new verification rules. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts educational access for undocumented students by requiring additional proof (SAVE Program application) for in-state tuition eligibility, replacing simpler affidavit process.90% confidence ✗ ImmigrationOpposes ImmigrationRequires federal immigration application proof for in-state tuition, restricting undocumented students' access to higher education benefits.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education Citizenship & Naturalization DACA & Dreamers

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HJR 1058: Oklahoma Constitution; building fund; school district; operational expenses; ballot title; filing.

HJR 1058 is a proposed constitutional amendment to Oklahoma's Constitution that would allow school districts to use voter-approved property tax increases (up to 5 mills per $1,000 of assessed value) for operational expenses, in addition to current uses like building construction, repairs, and furniture. Currently, funds from the building and operations fund can only cover physical infrastructure and furniture. If approved by voters, this amendment would expand the permitted uses of these tax revenues to include "operations deemed necessary" by school districts. The measure requires a majority vote of qualified voters in the school district to approve the tax increase and its expanded use. The proposed ballot title clarifies this change without advocating for or against it.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesExpands allowable use of voter-approved property tax revenue for school operational expenses, increasing funding flexibility for public education.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationExpands allowable school district fund usage from infrastructure to operational expenses, increasing flexibility for resource allocation in K-12 education.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Property Tax School Funding

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3488: Schools; Student Secular Bill of Rights; stating public school student rights related to religious and secular practice on school grounds; definitions; violations; compliance; effective date; emergency.

HB 3488, the "Student Secular Bill of Rights," establishes specific rights for public school students in Oklahoma regarding religious and secular practices. It guarantees students the right to practice or refrain from religion on school grounds or at school events (if orderly), prohibits school-sponsored religious activities (including staff-led prayer, religious displays like the Ten Commandments, or required religious texts), and protects academic study of religion when conducted objectively. The bill also requires schools to provide reasonable accommodations for religious observances, dietary needs, or grooming practices. It applies to all public K-12 schools, including charter schools, and defines key terms like "coerce" and "religious activity" to clarify boundaries.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationGuarantees student religious freedom, prohibits school-sponsored religious activities, protects objective academic study of religion in K-12 settings.90% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education

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died · Oklahoma · House Feb 11, 2026

HB 4172: Appropriation; School Security Revolving Fund; amount; purpose; effective date; emergency.

HB 4172 appropriates $50 million from Oklahoma's General Revenue Fund to the School Security Revolving Fund for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The funds will support school resource officer programs under existing law (Section 5-148.1 of Title 70). This bill directly affects Oklahoma public schools by providing dedicated funding for security personnel, effective July 1, 2026. The bill is procedural, allocating existing funds without creating new requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $50M from General Revenue to fund school security programs, directly advancing public service funding within state budget management.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $50M for school security personnel under K-12 education funding, directly supporting school safety infrastructure and student protection.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations Revenue School Safety

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 20, 2026

HB 4273: Income tax; definition; employees; aerospace; higher education; effective date.

HB 4273 creates an income tax credit for Oklahoma employees working in the aerospace sector who hold ABET-accredited engineering degrees or are licensed Professional Engineers. It defines "qualified employees" as individuals with such credentials working for "qualified employers" (aerospace businesses or higher education institutions with dedicated aerospace research programs). The credit applies to tuition paid for qualifying engineering programs and is limited to five years per person. This policy directly affects aerospace workers and employers in Oklahoma's aerospace industry by reducing their state income tax liability. The bill takes effect January 1, 2027.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesCreates income tax credit for aerospace employees with engineering credentials, reducing taxable income - direct tax relief aligning with fiscal support indicators.95% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationBill provides tax credit for tuition in ABET-accredited engineering programs, directly supporting higher education access and enrollment for aerospace sector employees.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Income Tax Tax Credits Higher Education

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signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 29, 2026

SB 1437: Schools; creating the Donald J. Trump Physical Fitness Act. Effective date.

SB 1437 requires Oklahoma school districts to administer the Presidential Fitness Test starting in the 2026-2027 school year, using guidelines established by the State Department of Education. These guidelines must include staff training, exemptions for students with disabilities or medical conditions, and a parent opt-out option. School districts must use test results to promote physical activity, adjust fitness programs, and encourage participation in exercise both at school and in the community. The bill takes effect July 1, 2026, and directs the guidelines to align with recommendations from the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates fitness testing to promote student physical activity, aligning with school health programs and enhancing student wellness initiatives under K-12 education.85% confidence

in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1866: Schools; creating the Oklahoma Sexual Education Reform and Parental Rights Protection Act; requiring written consent for a student to participate in certain instruction. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1866 creates Oklahoma's "Sexual Education Reform and Parental Rights Protection Act," requiring written parental consent for students to participate in "comprehensive sexual education" (as defined by the bill). The bill prohibits curricula that promote non-heterosexual orientations, sexual activity outside marriage, or gender identity concepts beyond male/female, while mandating "optimal sexual health education" that emphasizes abstinence and marriage. School districts must adopt procedures for parental consent, post required information on websites, and ensure only certified teachers lead specified classes. The law directly affects all Oklahoma public school students, parents/guardians, and school districts offering sexuality-related instruction.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts K-12 curriculum by banning non-heterosexual topics and mandating abstinence-focused education, limiting academic freedom in sexual health instruction.95% confidence

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 1898: Higher education; directing the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to select certain institutions of higher education to establish Centers for Civic Engagement. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1898 directs Oklahoma's State Regents for Higher Education to select one comprehensive, one regional, and one two-year public college to establish Centers for Civic Engagement. These centers will focus on civic education through activities like hosting nonpartisan forums, offering supplemental instruction in political science and American government, and fostering civil dialogue on civic issues. The bill requires the State Regents to submit a report by July 1, 2029, detailing student/faculty engagement, center activities, and recommendations for improvement. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ EducationSupports EducationCreates civic engagement centers at higher ed institutions to enhance civic education through forums and political science instruction, directly advancing student educational programs.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Higher Education

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