Bill No. 2017, introduced by Representatives Pae and Seifried, seeks to amend Oklahoma law concerning bullying and electronic communications. The bill redefines "aiding suicide" to clarify that it pertains to individuals who assist others in taking their own life. It enhances prohibitions against electronic communications that intimidate or harass individuals and clarifies definitions of bullying and electronic communication under the School Safety and Bullying Prevention Act. Key provisions include requiring school districts to update their bullying policies annually, investigate anonymous reports, and notify parents or guardians of incidents within a specified timeframe. The bill also provides immunity for good faith reporters of bullying and mandates training for school personnel on prevention and response.

Additionally, the bill requires district boards of education to hold at least one public hearing before adopting or modifying school safety and discipline policies, ensuring notification to students and parents through social media and other methods. It clarifies teachers' rights to discipline students similarly to parents during school hours and limits the State Board of Education's authority over disciplinary policies. The bill allows for the adoption of dress codes and campus service procedures as disciplinary measures and mandates the State Board of Education to monitor compliance, maintain a repository for bullying incidents, and publish an annual report on bullying in public schools. The act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.