Bill No. 224 aims to establish the Oklahoma Education and Workforce Efficiency Data System (EDS) to enhance educational and workforce outcomes in the state. The bill emphasizes the importance of making informed decisions to ensure educational excellence and the responsible use of taxpayer dollars. It outlines the creation of a secure system for the de-identification, exchange, and matching of education and workforce data among approved entities, which will provide access to de-identified data for state agencies and legislators. The EDS will comply with privacy laws and will not collect personal data such as religious affiliation or health insurance status.

Additionally, the bill establishes the Efficiency Data System Governance Council, which will oversee the development and operation of the EDS. The Council will consist of nine voting members from various educational and workforce agencies, along with provisions for non-voting members to provide expertise. The Council is tasked with approving data access policies, identifying critical data elements for integration, and ensuring the EDS is operational by June 30, 2027. The funding for the EDS will come from state appropriations, federal grants, and other approved sources. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.