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OK HB4175

OK HB4175
Schools; allowing school districts to request a waiver of required minimum school days and hours; 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 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1-109, as last amended by Section 1, Chapter 480, O.S.L. 2025 (70 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 1-109), which relates to the length of the school year; allowing school districts to request a waiver of required minimum school days and hours; providing waiver requirements; mandating requests be reasonable; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.

AI Summary

This bill allows school districts, starting with the 2026-2027 school year, to request a waiver from the State Department of Education for the required minimum number of school days and instructional hours. To receive this waiver, a school district must submit a proposed schedule and explain how it best serves the students' needs and ensures accountability for student outcomes. The State Department of Education will grant the waiver for the following school year if it deems the district's proposal to be reasonable. The bill also includes an emergency clause, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee (on 02/03/2026)

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