SB1495

Schools; creating the Age-Appropriate Materials Act; prohibiting public school districts and public charter schools from making certain materials available to students. Effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1495 establishes the Age-Appropriate Materials Act, prohibiting schools from making certain materials available to students.

Oklahoma SB1495, known as the Age-Appropriate Materials Act, mandates that public school districts and charter schools cannot make available materials that depict obscene content, sexual conduct, nudity, or material harmful to minors. The act requires schools to audit their libraries annually and remove any inappropriate materials. It also mandates the adoption of policies to ensure compliance with these standards and allows for formal challenges to be submitted regarding suspected violations. The act takes effect November 1, 2026.

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History

Feb 9

Senate

Coauthored by Representative Maynard (principal House author)

Feb 3

Senate

Second Reading referred to Education

Feb 2

Senate

First Reading