OK
Oklahoma Senate Bill SB710

Oklahoma 2025 Regular Session

Oklahoma Senate Bill SB710

Introduced
2/3/25  

Caption

Education; renaming the Commission for Educational Quality and Accountability and the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability; modifying commission member terms. Effective date.

Impact

With the implementation of SB710, existing references to the Education Oversight Board and the Office of Accountability will transfer to the newly renamed Commission. The change is expected to streamline operations related to educational quality and accountability in Oklahoma classrooms. In addition, it will ensure that leadership and oversight associated with teacher preparation and education systems are executed more effectively, promoting a unified approach to education in the state.

Summary

SB710 aims to rename the existing Commission for Educational Quality and Accountability to the Commission for Education Impact, effective November 1, 2025. The bill revises related sections of the Oklahoma statutes to provide for staggered terms for appointed members of the Commission. This change is anticipated to enhance the commission's governance and oversight capabilities regarding educational standards in the state. The Secretary of Education will continue to serve as the chair of this commission.

Contention

While the motivation behind SB710 appears rooted in enhancing educational accountability, there may be discussions regarding the effectiveness of renaming and restructuring state departments. Opponents may contend that mere changes in nomenclature do not guarantee improved educational outcomes. Given the current emphasis on educational performance, stakeholders might express concern regarding the actual impact of these legislative changes on teaching standards and accountability measures.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

OK HB3641

Teachers; creating the Teacher Public Advocate Office within the Office of Educational Quality and Accountability; effective date.

OK SB1691

Teachers; directing the Commission for Educational Quality and Accountability to conduct certain study. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB3813

The State Superintendent of Public Instruction; Do Your Job Act; accreditation; Office of Educational Quality and Accountability; salary; effective date.

OK SB1091

Oklahoma Uniform Securities Act; clarifying membership of Oklahoma Securities Commission; modifying qualifications for certain member of Commission. Effective date. Emergency.

OK SB1091

Oklahoma Uniform Securities Act; clarifying membership of Oklahoma Securities Commission; modifying qualifications for certain member of Commission. Effective date. Emergency.

OK HB1903

Schools; State Board of Education; modifying membership of the Board; requiring five-year terms for certain members; effective date.

OK HB1903

Schools; State Board of Education; modifying membership of the Board; requiring five-year terms for certain members; effective date.

OK SB775

County commissioners; modifying certain duties of boards of county commissioners relating to continuing education. Effective date.

OK SB775

County commissioners; modifying certain duties of boards of county commissioners relating to continuing education. Effective date.

OK HB2385

Soldiers and sailors; Oklahoma Veterans Commission; modifying appointment process for Commission members; effective date.

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