The bill amends Section 3-104.4 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the accreditation standards for public schools. It directs the State Board of Education to adopt accreditation standards that address deficiencies, warnings, probation, or nonaccredited status for schools that fail to meet one or more standards. The bill establishes a process for schools to request a due process hearing before the State Board of Education if they are found to be noncompliant, and it mandates that schools be notified of their right to a hearing via certified mail. Additionally, the bill requires the State Department of Education to investigate complaints regarding educational service failures within a specified timeframe and report findings to the State Board.

Furthermore, the bill updates statutory language and references, ensuring that the accreditation standards include provisions for school counselors and educational services in various treatment programs. It also stipulates that financial penalties cannot be assessed against schools with deficiencies in accreditation status unless certain funding conditions are met. The bill emphasizes the importance of providing assistance to districts in meeting accreditation requirements through nontraditional means of instruction and establishes a timeline for evaluations of schools based on their compliance with accreditation standards. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage.