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OK HB4148

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Toni Hasenbeck

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Oklahoma Kids After-School Grant Program (OKAGP) at the Department of Human Services to fund community-based organizations operating after-school programs for students in grades K-12

  • Requires after-school programs offering reading assistance or tutoring to use science of reading methodology, including explicit instruction in phonological awareness, decoding, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension

  • Eligible organizations must operate a minimum of 5 locations in Oklahoma, either independently or through an alliance, and may qualify for exemptions from the Oklahoma Child Care Facilities Licensing Act

  • Establishes the Oklahoma Kids After-School Grant Program Revolving Fund in the State Treasury, funded through appropriations and donations, as a continuing fund not subject to fiscal year limitations

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Schools; Oklahoma Kids After-School Grant Program (OKAGP); Department of Human Services; eligibility; exemptions; promulgation of rules; revolving fund; effective date.

Last Action

Referred to Rules

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules2/12/2026
Appropriations and Budget Education Subcommittee2/3/2026
Appropriations and Budget2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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