HB3019

Oklahoma HB3019 phases in reduced class sizes for kindergarten through fifth grades, sets penalties for non-compliance, and declares an emergency.

Oklahoma HB3019 mandates a phased reduction in the maximum number of students per class in kindergarten through fifth grades. Starting with the 2026-2027 school year, no child should be in a class with more than 22 students. This limit drops to 20 students for the 2027-2028 school year and further to 18 students from the 2028-2029 school year onward. The bill also eliminates certain exceptions to class size limits and requires teacher assistants for specific class sizes. Non-compliant school districts face penalties, including reductions in state aid and potential denial of accreditation.