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OK SB1490
OK SB1490School district boards of education; directing terms of elected members to begin in July. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to school district boards of education; amending 26 O.S. 2021, Section 13A-110, which relates to board of education vacancies; directing persons elected to fill vacancies to begin terms at certain meeting in July; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 5-107A, which relates to board of education elections; directing the terms of elected members to begin at certain meeting in July; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Oklahoma law to ensure that newly elected or appointed members of school district boards of education, including those filling vacancies, begin their terms of office at the first regular, special, or emergency board meeting held in July following their election or appointment. This change aims to standardize the start of terms for elected school board members, providing a clearer timeline for when new members officially take their seats and begin their duties. The bill also updates statutory references and includes an effective date of November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Senate Education 2ND REVISED Hearing (10:00:00 3/3/2026 Room 535) (on 03/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1490&Session=2600 |
| Committee Amendment | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20COMMITTEE%20AMENDMENTS/Senate/SB1490%20PCS.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1490%20INT.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1490%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
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