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This bill requires public school districts to provide comprehensive information about educational options to parents or guardians before student enrollment. Specifically, the bill mandates that schools inform parents about transfer opportunities between school districts, parental choice tax credits, charter school options (including virtual and physical charter schools), and scholarship programs for students with disabilities. The information must be posted on the school district's website throughout the year, updated annually, and made readily available in school offices. The State Department of Education is tasked with developing a standardized document containing all required information and making it accessible to school districts. The law aims to enhance transparency and awareness of educational choices available to Oklahoma students, giving parents more information about alternatives to their default school assignment. The bill is set to become effective on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause indicating its immediate importance for public welfare. By requiring proactive communication about educational options, the bill seeks to empower parents with knowledge about school choice in Oklahoma.

Education

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb795&Session=2500