This bill amends Section 1, Chapter 289 of the Oklahoma Statutes to update the minimum salary schedule for certified personnel in public schools, effective from the 2023-2024 school year. It specifies that certified personnel must receive salaries and/or fringe benefits not less than the amounts outlined in a detailed salary schedule based on years of experience and educational qualifications. The bill also modifies language regarding the implementation of salary increases for school districts that receive Foundation Aid or Salary Incentive Aid, or that receive neither, ensuring that funds appropriated for public school support are allocated accordingly.

Additionally, the bill clarifies definitions and requirements related to fringe benefits, teaching experience, and salary increments for various categories of educators, including those in correctional facilities and technology centers. It includes provisions for notifying teachers about salary adjustments related to retirement benefits and establishes that teachers with prior experience in accredited out-of-state or out-of-country institutions can receive credit for their experience. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and declares an emergency for its immediate implementation upon passage and approval.