The bill amends the Employment Security Act of 1980 in Oklahoma, introducing new definitions such as "claimant" for individuals filing for unemployment benefits and "digital portal filing" for electronic submissions. It modifies the filing requirements for appeals, allowing the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission to adjust these in response to significant economic conditions or potential fraud. Additionally, the bill emphasizes procedural accuracy by stipulating that failure to properly name codefendants in judicial review petitions will lead to case dismissal. These changes aim to streamline the claims process and improve the efficiency of the Commission while maintaining confidentiality of necessary information.

Moreover, the bill clarifies the judicial review process for decisions made by the Board of Review, establishing that the Board's findings, if supported by evidence, are conclusive, and limiting the court's jurisdiction to legal questions only. It specifies that no new evidence will be accepted by the court, although cases may be remanded for further evidence collection. The bill also removes the requirement for entering exceptions to the Board's rulings and eliminates the need for a bond to initiate judicial review. It enhances confidentiality provisions regarding information obtained by the Commission, detailing circumstances for disclosure to state agencies while ensuring individual identities remain protected. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.