Oklahoma · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 1497: Graduation requirements; modifying requirements for alternate diploma; conforming language. Effective date. Emergency.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 1497 is a bill introduced in the Oklahoma Senate on February 2, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Graduation requirements; modifying requirements for alternate diploma; conforming language. Effective date. Emergency. Primary sponsor: Kelly Hines (Republican), Dick Lowe (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 10, 2026): Coauthored by Representative Lowe (principal House author).
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelly Hines | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 47 |
| Dick Lowe | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 56 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Coauthored by Representative Lowe (principal House author)
- Placed on General Order
- Reported Do Pass Education committee; CR filed
- Second Reading referred to Education
- Authored by Senator Hines
- First Reading