Oklahoma 2024 Regular Session

Oklahoma House Bill HB3112

Introduced

2/5/24

Refer

2/6/24

Refer

2/6/24

Caption

Schools; Oklahoma Cost Accounting System; prohibiting schools from receiving financial donations or gifts from certain countries; effective date; emergency.

Impact

With the new regulations set forth in HB3112, state laws will explicitly prevent schools from accepting significant financial support from specified countries, which is expected to impact the relationship between international entities and educational institutions. School districts will need to incorporate these regulations into their financial practices and reporting. Compliance with the Oklahoma Cost Accounting System is essential, as districts that fail to adhere to these new requirements face financial penalties, including reductions in state funding.

Summary

House Bill 3112 introduces specific prohibitions on financial donations or gifts to schools from countries classified as hostile by the United States Secretary of State. This legislation aims to safeguard educational institutions from foreign influences deemed harmful while also enhancing transparency in school funding sources. The bill mandates school districts to report any substantial financial contributions they receive, particularly from nonpublic entities, effectively increasing accountability regarding donations' origins and purposes.

Contention

Discussions surrounding the bill may arise regarding its implications for educational funding and the autonomy of schools in sourcing financial support. Proponents argue that these measures are crucial for maintaining national security and integrity within educational frameworks. In contrast, opponents may contend that such restrictions could limit valuable funding opportunities, thus affecting the overall educational landscape and resources available to schools. There is a concern that broad categorizations of countries as 'hostile' may misinterpret beneficial relationships that could otherwise provide critical financial support.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK SB1027

Schools; prohibiting public schools from using certain funds to promote concepts of social emotional learning. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB928

School employees; prohibiting public schools after certain date from recognizing certain collective bargaining units. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB1017

Schools; prohibiting survey on certain topics; prohibiting schools from maintaining books on certain topics. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB872

Schools; prohibiting certain materials and resources containing certain depictions or descriptions from certain library or school premises. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB933

Schools; prohibiting certain schools from compelling participation in certain instruction, professional development, or training. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB189

Charter schools; prohibiting a charter school from entering into a contract with a teacher who does not hold a valid certificate. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB1811

Schools; prohibiting schools from maintaining certain books or materials; emergency.

OK SB924

Schools; prohibiting certain districts and charter schools from using certain programs of instruction; providing penalty for violation. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB1882

Schools; Oklahoma School Testing Program annual reports; prohibiting annual report from assigning grades to school sites and school districts; effective date.

OK SB973

Schools; prohibiting certain curriculum and materials for certain grades from including certain information. Effective date. Emergency.

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OK HB1970

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OK HB3586

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