Education (Teachers)

in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3010: Education; adjunct teachers; limiting grades which adjunct teachers without a valid certificate to teach can teach; effective date; emergency.

HB 3010 restricts adjunct teachers without a valid teaching certificate from teaching prekindergarten through fifth grade in Oklahoma. The bill specifically states that unlicensed adjunct teachers cannot teach elementary-level classes (K-5), while allowing them to teach higher grades without standard certification. This change directly affects adjunct instructors in public schools who lack full teaching credentials. The policy is implemented through Section G of the amended education code, which clarifies that such adjunct teachers are not considered "teachers" under standard definitions for K-5 instruction. The bill does not alter certification requirements for regular teachers but sets a clear grade-level boundary for adjunct staff.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts unlicensed adjunct teachers from teaching K-5, limiting who can instruct elementary students per bill's explicit language.95% confidence

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 3022: Education; requirements for adjunct teachers who do not hold valid certificate to teach; State Board of Education to establish salary guidelines for part-time noncertified adjunct teachers; effective date; emergency.

HB 3022 establishes new rules for non-certified adjunct teachers in Oklahoma public schools. It prohibits these teachers from serving as full-time or part-time classroom instructors for core subjects (math, science, English, social studies) in prekindergarten through sixth grade, while requiring them to hold at least a high school diploma. The bill mandates the State Board of Education to create salary guidelines specifically for part-time noncertified adjunct teachers. This directly affects school districts hiring non-certified staff for limited roles and sets clear boundaries for their classroom responsibilities.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationProhibits non-certified adjuncts from teaching core K-6 subjects, restricting teaching roles without certification requirements.85% confidence ✓ Labor & EmploymentSupports Labor & EmploymentMandates salary guidelines for part-time noncertified adjunct teachers, establishing employment standards to protect wages.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Teachers

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 21, 2026

HB 4358: Schools; limiting screen time for prekindergarten through fifth grade public school students to one hour per school day; effective date; emergency.

HB 4358 limits screen time for prekindergarten through fifth grade public school students to one hour per school day, including all classroom activities using devices like tablets, computers, or smart devices. The law exempts students requiring special education accommodations under IEPs or 504 plans, as well as necessary assistive technology. It applies to all public schools in Oklahoma starting the 2026-2027 school year. The bill defines "screen time" broadly to cover both teacher-directed and student-selected digital activities during school hours.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill restricts screen time in K-12 classrooms for young students, limiting technology use in curriculum delivery per explicit language.95% confidence ✗ TechnologyOpposes TechnologyBill explicitly restricts mandatory classroom technology use (screen time limits) for young students, directly limiting technology access as its core provision.90% confidence

Sub-Topics Special Education Teachers

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 16, 2026

SB 1864: Schools; removing minimum salary schedule amounts beginning in certain school year; directing certain personnel to be paid in accordance with certain salary schedule. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1864 removes Oklahoma's state-mandated minimum salary schedules for certified school personnel (including teachers) starting with the 2026-2027 school year. Instead, school districts will determine their own salary schedules for these employees, replacing the previous state-set pay tables. The bill also requires districts to provide written notice to teachers if retirement benefits would reduce their salary below the district's schedule, and allows districts to credit up to five years of out-of-state or military teaching experience toward salary. This change directly affects public school employees and districts across Oklahoma.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRemoves state-mandated minimum teacher salaries, allowing districts to set lower pay without oversight, weakening teacher compensation protections.85% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRemoves state-mandated minimum teacher salaries, allowing districts to set lower pay without state oversight, weakening wage protections for educators.95% confidence

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in committee · Oklahoma · House Feb 3, 2026

HB 4452: School employees; prohibiting specified existing organizations from continuing to represent employees; modifying prohibition against payroll deductions on behalf of certain employees; effective date; emergency.

HB 4452 requires Oklahoma school districts to hold secret ballot elections every three years to determine if existing employee organizations (like teacher unions) can continue representing school staff. If a majority of employees vote against the current organization, the school district must stop recognizing it as the bargaining representative, though existing contracts remain in effect until their term ends. The bill also prohibits school districts from making payroll deductions for organizations that collectively bargain with schools, while allowing deductions for other professional groups. This directly affects school employees, current bargaining organizations, and school districts managing labor relations. The elections must occur between August 1 and December 1 annually, with specific rules for voting and ballot challenges.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationRestricts teacher union representation via mandatory secret ballots, weakening collective bargaining power for school employees per bill's core provisions.95% confidence ✗ Labor & EmploymentOpposes Labor & EmploymentRequires secret ballots every 3 years to end union representation, weakening collective bargaining rights by enabling districts to replace unions if majority votes against them.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Teachers Collective Bargaining

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Feb 3, 2026

SB 2068: Schools; requiring each public school district to create a library advisory committee for each grade level. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 2068 requires every public school district in Oklahoma to form a library advisory committee for each grade level taught. Each committee must include one school board member, one teacher from that grade, and one parent or guardian of a student in that grade. These committees will review and approve all library materials (including books, digital resources, and equipment) to ensure they meet community standards and student needs. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2026, and declares an emergency to expedite implementation.

Topics ✗ EducationOpposes EducationMandates committee review of library materials to align with 'community standards,' potentially restricting curriculum access and content availability in schools.85% confidence

Sub-Topics K-12 Education Libraries Teachers

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in committee · Oklahoma · Senate Mar 10, 2025

SB 554: Teachers; directing stipends, rather than salary increases, be provided to teachers with certain certificates. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 554 would require Oklahoma school districts to provide stipends (one-time payments) instead of regular salary increases to teachers holding specific certifications, such as out-of-state, international, or National Board for Professional Teaching Standards credentials. The bill prohibits these stipends from being counted toward future salary calculations or raises. It amends existing teacher certification laws to clarify that compensation for these certified teachers must follow this stipend structure rather than standard salary progression. This change directly affects teachers with the specified certifications who currently qualify for salary-based increases under Oklahoma law.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill mandates stipends (not salary increases) for certified teachers, preventing stipends from counting toward future raises, promoting fiscal responsibility in budget management.85% confidence ✗ EducationOpposes EducationBill replaces salary increases with one-time stipends for certified teachers, prohibiting stipends from counting toward future raises, reducing long-term compensation benefits.85% confidence

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