HB 3399 Summary

• Replaces references to "Priority Academic Student Skills (PASS)" with "subject matter standards" throughout Oklahoma education code

• Establishes legislative review and approval process for all subject matter standards adopted by State Board of Education before implementation

• Requires State Board to develop college- and career-ready standards for English Language Arts and Mathematics by 2016, with specific public comment requirements

• Maintains state control over standards and assessments; prohibits State Board from entering agreements that cede discretion to federal agencies or other entities

• Declares an emergency, making the act effective immediately upon passage and approval