House Bill No. 1075, known as the "Protect Our Kids Act," aims to enhance the procedures surrounding the dismissal of teachers and administrators in Oklahoma schools. The bill amends existing law to include administrators in the dismissal recommendations, requiring superintendents to submit written recommendations to the Board of Education regardless of whether the individual resigns. It mandates that if a recommendation involves potential criminal charges or certificate revocation, it must be forwarded to the State Board of Education without delay. Additionally, the bill allows teachers and administrators to provide supplementary information to the Board and establishes conditions for the expungement of records if investigations conclude without findings of wrongdoing.

The legislation also stipulates that only school districts may request copies of recommendations when considering hiring a teacher or administrator, ensuring confidentiality of the records involved. The State Board of Education is tasked with notifying the affected individuals if such requests are made. The bill emphasizes the importance of maintaining confidentiality regarding recommendations and records, which are not subject to the Oklahoma Open Records Act. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.