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OK SB1737

OK SB1737
Schools; prohibiting public school districts from offering a sex education class or program. Effective date. Emergency.


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Introduced
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to schools; amending 25 O.S. 2021, Section 2003, which relates to the Parents’ Bill of Rights; removing language directing school district boards of education to adopt procedures relating to sex education curricula; updating statutory language; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 11-105.1, which relates to sex education curriculum and materials; removing language regarding inspection of curriculum and materials for sex education; removing language regarding approval of curriculum and materials for sex education; prohibiting public school districts from offering a sex education class or program; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.

AI Summary

This bill prohibits public school districts in Oklahoma from offering any sex education classes or programs, removing previous requirements for school boards to establish procedures for parents to review and opt out of such curricula, and eliminating the need for superintendents to approve sex education materials. The bill amends existing laws related to parents' rights and sex education, with the changes taking effect on July 1, 2026, and is declared an emergency measure, meaning it will be in full force immediately upon passage and approval.

Committee Categories

Education

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Education (on 02/03/2026)

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