Senate Bill No. 944 seeks to enhance the legal framework against hazing in Oklahoma's educational institutions by introducing new definitions and guidelines regarding hazing activities that jeopardize students' physical or mental well-being. The bill explicitly prohibits hazing by student organizations and individuals, establishing penalties that can include civil fines up to $15,000, misdemeanor charges, and felony charges in cases resulting in serious injury or death. It also mandates the creation of educational plans to prevent hazing and requires institutions to publicly report any hazing violations, thereby promoting transparency and accountability.

Furthermore, the bill establishes the Anti-Hazing Revolving Fund within the Oklahoma State Treasury, which will be funded by fines collected from hazing violations and used for hazing education programs managed by the Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education. In addition, the bill removes certain provisions from existing law that define forced consumption of substances and activities harmful to individuals' health, streamlining the legal language related to hazing. The act is scheduled to take effect on November 1, 2025, aiming to foster a safer environment for students through comprehensive measures against hazing.