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OK HB4153
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Toni Hasenbeck
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AI Summary
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Minors under 18 must demonstrate eighth-grade reading proficiency to obtain a driver license or permit in Oklahoma, verified through the statewide eighth-grade reading assessment or a State Department of Education-approved alternative test
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Public schools must offer alternative reading proficiency tests at least four times per year, with the first test free and subsequent tests capped at $25; technology centers, colleges, and accredited private schools may also serve as testing sites
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Students who fail the initial reading assessment must be assigned a remedial reading plan and may retake alternative tests as often as desired; school districts must notify students and parents of results and provide documentation upon passing
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Students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) related to reading are exempt if performing satisfactorily per their IEP; homeschool parents may sign an affidavit certifying their child meets equivalent standards
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Minors not enrolled in school may still obtain a license if employed at least 24 hours per week with employer verification; falsifying enrollment or employment documentation constitutes a misdemeanor, with employers subject to fines up to $50
Legislative Description
Driver licenses; eighth grade reading level for minors to obtain a driver license; remedial reading for driver licenses; alternative reading proficiency tests; motorcycle licenses; testing sites requirements; documentation requirements; out-of-state test results; requirement for school enrollment, completion, or lawful excuse for minors to obtain a driver license; violations; alternate route to obtain driver license for certain employed persons under eighteen; employer fines for falsification; attendance officers; Service Oklahoma; license cancellation; definitions; exceptions; forms; effective date; emergency.
Last Action
Authored by Senator Pugh (principal Senate author)
3/5/2026