Bill No. 924 amends the Employment Security Act of 1980 in Oklahoma by updating definitions and procedures related to unemployment benefits. It introduces new terms such as "claimant," referring to individuals filing for benefits, and "digital portal filing," which pertains to electronic submissions through the agency's platform. The bill also modifies the definition of "file" to include various submission methods, including electronic e-filing. Additionally, it grants the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission the authority to adjust appeal filing requirements in response to significant economic situations or potential fraudulent activity. The bill aims to streamline the filing process and enhance clarity in the definitions and procedures governing unemployment benefits.

Moreover, the bill addresses the confidentiality of information obtained during the administration of the Act, ensuring that such information remains confidential and is not disclosed in a way that reveals identities. It allows for specific disclosures under certain circumstances, such as to employers with Supplemental Unemployment Benefit Plans, while outlining exceptions for sharing information with state agencies and law enforcement. The bill also clarifies the judicial review process, limiting the court's jurisdiction to questions of law and removing the requirement for entering exceptions to the Board's rulings for judicial review. It eliminates the need for a bond to initiate such proceedings, with the amendments set to take effect on November 1, 2025.