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OK HB2982
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Chris Banning
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AI Summary
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Expands Oklahoma Higher Learning Access Program (OHLAP) eligibility to children of certified classroom teachers, with household income limits set at 700% of the federal poverty level
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Includes retroactive eligibility for students who graduated during the 2024-2025 school year if they would have otherwise qualified and apply by July 1, 2026
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Defines "certified classroom teacher" as a full-time public school classroom teacher with minimum 10 years of Oklahoma teaching experience; excludes superintendents, principals, and other administrators
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Requires the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education to verify the parent's full-time employment status before awarding benefits
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Declared an emergency measure to take effect immediately upon passage and approval
Legislative Description
Oklahoma Higher Learning Access Program; expanding eligibility of program to children of certified classroom teachers who graduated during the 2024-2025 school year; emergency.
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee
2/3/2026