The bill amends Oklahoma law to strengthen parental rights in the upbringing and education of children, particularly concerning consent for participation in sex education and related activities. It stipulates that no governmental entity, including school districts, can infringe on these rights without demonstrating a compelling governmental interest. Key provisions include the requirement for written parental consent for children to engage in sex education, instruction on sexuality, and activities related to sexual orientation or gender identity. Additionally, the bill mandates the development of training materials for school staff to ensure compliance with these rights and outlines procedures for parents to access educational materials and records.

Moreover, the bill introduces new procedures for parental notification and consent regarding educational activities, including the use of photographs and medical records. It reduces the response time for schools to address information requests from ten to seven days and requires school boards to adopt policies for handling parental concerns. The legislation also amends existing laws to specify that consent for medical and mental health assessments must come from a parent rather than a legal guardian, while ensuring parents are informed of any changes in their child's health services. The bill emphasizes parental authority in educational settings and is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.