House Bill No. 2696 amends the Oklahoma Open Records Act to enhance the accessibility of educational records for parents, guardians, and adult students. The bill mandates that public educational institutions must release all requested student records in a timely manner and at no cost, ensuring that no information is redacted unless required by law. It specifies that the types of records to be provided include personal communications, individual student records, meeting notes, and various assessments, among others.

Additionally, the bill emphasizes the importance of parental and guardian consent regarding the release of directory information, allowing them to opt-out of the disclosure of certain information. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2025. Overall, the bill aims to strengthen transparency and parental involvement in the educational process by ensuring that families have access to important student records.

Statutes affected:
House Committee Substitute: 51-24A.16
Floor (House): 51-24A.16
Sub Committee OR Policy Committee Recommendations (House) Policy Committee Recommendation: 51-24A.16