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OK HB4288

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

Andy Fugate

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • 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

  • Program must incorporate therapy and restorative practices into daily instruction alongside educational requirements

  • 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

  • State Department of Education shall allocate up to 10% of available alternative education funding each fiscal year for this program, based on student participation

  • 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

Committee Referrals

Appropriations and Budget Human Services Subcommittee2/6/2026
Appropriations and Budget2/4/2026
Rules2/3/2026

Full Bill Text

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