This bill amends Section 2120 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to protected expressive activities on college campuses. It prohibits public institutions of higher education from charging security fees based on the content of a student's or student organization's expression or the anticipated reaction to it. The bill also clarifies definitions related to harassment and disruption of expressive activities, ensuring that conduct protected under the First Amendment is not classified as harassment or disruption. Additionally, it mandates that public institutions develop and disseminate policies regarding free expression, and it requires annual reporting on compliance with these provisions.

The bill establishes that outdoor areas of campuses are public forums and prohibits the creation of "free speech zones." It allows for reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions but emphasizes that these must be content-neutral and provide ample alternative means of expression. Furthermore, it grants individuals and student organizations the right to seek legal action against institutions for violations of these provisions, including the possibility of injunctive relief and monetary damages. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 70-2120