SB788

Students; creating the Students' Bill of Rights; affording certain rights to students enrolled in public school districts or public charter schools. Effective date. Emergency.

Introduced·2/3/25
Int Text

Oklahoma SB788 creates a Students' Bill of Rights for students in public schools and charter schools.

Oklahoma SB788 establishes the Students' Bill of Rights, providing specific rights to students in public school districts and public charter schools. These rights include the freedom to choose activities during free time, an unbiased education free from political or religious endorsement, protection from vulgar language, and the right to self-defense if attacked on school property. Students or their guardians can submit written demands for enforcement of these rights, with schools required to respond within seven business days.

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Where it stands

Current
Education Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 4, 2025

Senate

Second Reading referred to Education

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

First Reading

Feb 3, 2025

Senate

Authored by Senator Jett