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OK HB4359
OK HB4359Schools; requiring statewide assessments to be held in May each year; effective date; emergency.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to schools; amending 70 O.S. 2021, Section 1210.508, as last amended by Section 10, Chapter 492, O.S.L. 2025 (70 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 1210.508), which relates to the statewide student assessment system; requiring assessments to be held in May each year; providing an effective date; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill mandates that all statewide student assessments in Oklahoma, which are part of the statewide student assessment system designed to measure academic competencies aligned with Oklahoma Academic Standards and prepare students for college and careers, must be administered annually between the first and last day of May, beginning with the 2026-2027 school year. The bill also specifies an effective date of July 1, 2026, and declares an emergency, meaning it will take effect immediately upon passage and approval to ensure its prompt implementation.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (4)
Last Action
House Education Oversight Hearing (15:00:00 3/2/2026 Room 4s5) (on 03/02/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb4359&Session=2600 |
| Proposed Committee Substitute (full committee) 1 | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20COMMITTEE%20AMENDMENTS/House/HB4359%20FULLPCS1%20DELL%20KERBS-SW.PDF |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - House: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/House/HB4359%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB4359%20INT.PDF |
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