The bill amends the School Safety and Bullying Prevention Act by updating the policies related to student discipline and bullying in Oklahoma public schools. It requires school districts to adopt policies that recognize the fundamental right of students to take reasonable actions for self-defense against bullying or threatening behavior. The policy must include statements confirming that students physically attacked are entitled to use reasonable force for self-protection, and that witnesses may intervene to protect others. Additionally, the bill mandates that school districts investigate instances of self-defense without reprimanding students who acted to protect themselves or others.

Furthermore, the bill introduces a requirement for school policies to explicitly state that zero-tolerance disciplinary policies, which impose automatic consequences for acts of violence, are prohibited. It emphasizes the need for a comprehensive approach to bullying that includes training for school personnel, educational programs for students and parents, and procedures for reporting and investigating bullying incidents. The bill also outlines the involvement of various stakeholders in developing these policies and establishes a framework for monitoring compliance and reporting incidents of bullying. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, and declares an emergency for its immediate implementation.