The bill amends the Employment Security Act of 1980 to enhance the efficiency of unemployment claims processing in Oklahoma by introducing new definitions and modifying existing procedures. Key updates include the definition of "claimant" for individuals filing for unemployment benefits and "digital portal filing" for electronic submissions through the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission's platform. The bill also revises appeal filing requirements, allowing the Commission to adapt these in response to significant economic conditions or suspected fraud. It emphasizes the preference for electronic e-filing while outlining acceptable methods for document submission, including mailing and digital options. Additionally, it establishes that improper naming of codefendants in judicial review petitions will lead to case dismissal, underscoring the importance of procedural compliance.

Moreover, the bill streamlines the judicial review process for decisions made by the Board of Review, enabling district courts to remand cases for additional evidence and requiring the Board to submit a certified record within sixty days of a petition's service. The proceedings are prioritized over other civil cases, and no bond is necessary for judicial review. The bill also modifies confidentiality provisions, allowing the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission to disclose information related to Supplemental Unemployment Benefit (SUB) Plans to employers under specific conditions and clarifying circumstances for releasing confidential information to various entities. Notably, it removes references to "state, county, municipal or tribal" law enforcement agencies regarding information disclosure for criminal investigations. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.