Bill No. 2153 amends existing legislation regarding charter schools in Oklahoma, specifically focusing on enrollment preferences and transfer processes. The bill introduces provisions that allow charter schools to give enrollment preference to eligible students who have siblings currently enrolled at the school, which may supersede other enrollment preferences. Additionally, it clarifies that students residing within the school district where the charter school is located do not need a transfer to enroll. The bill also outlines the lottery selection process for admissions when applications exceed capacity and establishes that charter schools cannot limit admissions based on various demographic factors.

Furthermore, the bill sets forth new regulations for statewide virtual charter schools, effective July 1, 2024. It stipulates that students enrolled full-time in these schools will not be allowed to participate in activities administered by the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association, although they may engage in intramural activities. The bill also details the transfer process for public school students wishing to enroll in virtual charter schools, including a grace period for withdrawal without penalty and specific provisions for students whose parents are on active military duty. An emergency clause is included, allowing the act to take effect immediately upon passage and approval.