The bill establishes the Oklahoma Education and Workforce Statewide Longitudinal Data System (SLDS), which aims to securely manage and share individual-level student and workforce data among approved entities. The SLDS will provide access to data on early childhood education, K-12 education, workforce training, and employment outcomes to enhance education and workforce results. It will integrate data from various state agencies, implement identity management for data linking, and ensure compliance with privacy laws such as FERPA. The bill also mandates that participating agencies enter into data-sharing agreements by June 30, 2026, outlining protocols, roles, and privacy standards.

Additionally, the bill creates the Statewide Longitudinal Data System Governance Council, which will oversee the SLDS's development and operation. The Council will consist of nine voting members, including representatives from key educational and workforce agencies, as well as experts in data privacy and workforce policy. The Council is tasked with setting strategic priorities, approving data access policies, and ensuring the SLDS is operational by June 30, 2027. Funding for the SLDS will come from state appropriations, federal grants, and other sources, with the Council actively pursuing additional funding opportunities. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.