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OK SB1614
OK SB1614Teachers; modifying requirements for adjunct teachers. Effective date. Emergency.
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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
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to teachers; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 6-122.3, as last amended by Section 162, Chapter 452, O.S.L. 2024 (70 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 6-122.3), which relates to requirements for alternative teaching certification; modifying requirements for adjunct teachers; updating statutory language; updating statutory references; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill modifies the requirements for adjunct teachers, who are individuals with distinguished qualifications in their fields who are not required to meet standard teaching certification. Specifically, adjunct teachers will now need to have high school diplomas, and they will not be employed as full-time mathematics or English language arts teachers in grades one through five. The bill also updates statutory language and references, including changing the name of the "North Central Association of Colleges and Schools" to the "Higher Learning Commission" and the "Oklahoma Commission for Teacher Preparation" to the "Commission for Educational Quality and Accountability," and it declares an emergency, meaning the act will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Coauthored by Representative Caldwell (Chad) (principal House author) (on 02/18/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1614&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1614%20INT.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1614%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
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