OK HB2959

Superintendents and school administrators must report suspected abuse or neglect by school employees to law enforcement within 24 hours, prior to conducting any formal school investigation or interviewing the accused

Schools are prohibited from conducting formal interviews or disciplinary proceedings against accused employees until law enforcement has been notified and had the opportunity to interview involved parties

Duty to report to law enforcement remains regardless of whether the accused employee resigns, is terminated, transfers, or otherwise separates from employment

"Local law enforcement" is defined as an agency independent of the school district; school resource officers cannot fulfill this role unless directed by the independent agency

Violations of electronic communication requirements involving sexual activity, sexual contact, or inappropriate behavior must be immediately reported to law enforcement; effective date July 1, 2026