This bill amends Section 1-109 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the length of the school year for public schools. It establishes that beginning with the 2026-2027 school year, school districts may apply to the State Department of Education for a waiver of the minimum school day and school hours requirements. The waiver request must include a proposed schedule and an explanation of how it meets the needs of the students and ensures accountability for student outcomes. The State Department of Education is required to grant the waiver for the next school year if the proposed schedule is deemed reasonable.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing requirements for the number of school days and hours while allowing for flexibility in scheduling through the waiver process. It emphasizes that any requests for waivers must be reasonable and aligns with the overall goal of improving student outcomes. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and includes an emergency clause for immediate implementation upon passage and approval.