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OK HB4288
Bill
Status
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Andy Fugate
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AI Summary
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Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services authorized to establish a pilot program providing alternative education to students suspended out-of-school for more than 14 days
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Program must incorporate therapy and restorative practices into daily instruction alongside educational requirements
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Students may voluntarily continue in the program after their suspension ends, and school districts may create plans to help students reintegrate into elective classes, extracurricular activities, and other school programs
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State Department of Education shall allocate up to 10% of available alternative education funding each fiscal year for this program, based on student participation
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Effective date: November 1, 2026
Legislative Description
Schools; authorizing the Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services to create an alternative education pilot program for out-of-school suspended students; effective date.
Last Action
Referred to Appropriations and Budget Human Services Subcommittee
2/6/2026