This bill mandates that all public schools in Oklahoma provide annual, age-appropriate instruction on firearm safety starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The instruction will be developed or approved by the Department of Education in consultation with the Council on Law Enforcement Education and Training. The curriculum must cover topics such as safe storage of firearms, school safety, and how to respond if a student encounters a firearm. Additionally, the instruction must be viewpoint neutral regarding political topics related to firearms and must not involve live ammunition or firearms.
The bill specifies that the Department of Education will determine the earliest appropriate grade for this instruction based on relevant data and risk factors. Schools will have the flexibility to incorporate this instruction into their academic year through various methods, including classroom settings, videos, or online resources. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.