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OK SB1521
OK SB1521Schools; modifying the School Resource Officer Program to allow the employment of certain individuals. Effective date. Emergency.
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Introduced
02/05/2024
02/05/2024
In Committee
04/09/2024
04/09/2024
Crossed Over
02/28/2024
02/28/2024
Passed
05/23/2024
05/23/2024
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
05/28/2024
05/28/2024
Introduced Session
2024 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO. 1521 By: Pemberton and Stephens of the Senate and Lowe (Dick) of the House An Act relating to schools; amending Section 1, Chapter 281, O.S.L. 2023 (70 O.S. Supp. 2023, Section 5-148.1), which relates to the School Resource Officer Program; directing certain school districts to give first priority to hiring certain law enforcement officers; allowing certain school districts to employ or contract with certain officers or security guards under certain circumstances; directing certain law enforcement agency to provide certain individual a radio system to be used in performance of certain duties; allowing use of certain fund for certain purpose; updating statutory reference; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency. SUBJECT: School resource officers
AI Summary
This bill amends the School Resource Officer Program in Oklahoma. It requires school districts participating in the program to prioritize hiring sworn law enforcement officers with training in school-based law enforcement and crisis response. If a local law enforcement agency is unable to provide such an officer, the district may instead employ a retired law enforcement officer or licensed armed security guard, with the local agency's approval. The bill also allows districts to use funds from the School Security Revolving Fund to cover the cost of providing these individuals with access to the agency's radio system. The bill becomes effective July 1, 2024 and declares an emergency.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Approved by Governor 05/28/2024 (on 05/28/2024)
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