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HJR 1010

Oklahoma Constitution; parental rights; school regulation restrictions; ballot title; filing.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jim Shaw

Oklahoma HJR 1010 would enshrine parental rights in the constitution, restrict state regulation of education and healthcare for students without parental consent.

Second Reading referred to Rules
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Bill Summary · HJR 1010

Summary of Oklahoma HJR 1010 - Parental Rights and School Regulation Restrictions

Main Purpose

HJR 1010 is a joint resolution that proposes to amend the Oklahoma Constitution to establish and protect parental rights regarding the upbringing, education, and healthcare decisions for their children. The resolution also seeks to restrict the government's ability to regulate certain aspects of education and healthcare provided to students.

Key Provisions

The key components of HJR 1010 include:

  1. Parental Bill of Rights: The resolution would enshrine in the state constitution a "Parental Bill of Rights" that guarantees parents the fundamental right to make decisions regarding:

    • The upbringing, education, and healthcare of their children
    • The control of their children's curriculum and instructional materials
    • The right to access information about their child's education and healthcare

  2. Restrictions on School Regulations: The resolution would prohibit state or local governments from enacting any laws, rules, or regulations that:

    • Infringe on the fundamental rights of parents as outlined in the Parental Bill of Rights
    • Require the teaching of certain concepts related to gender identity, sexual orientation, or critical race theory without parental consent

  3. Ballot Measure and Implementation: If approved by the legislature, HJR 1010 would be placed on the statewide ballot for voters to consider. If passed, the constitutional amendments would take effect 90 days after the election.

Potential Impact

The passage of HJR 1010 would have several potential impacts:

  • Enshrine parental rights and decision-making authority regarding their children's education and healthcare in the state constitution
  • Significantly limit the ability of state and local governments to regulate certain educational and healthcare policies for students without parental approval
  • Empower parents to challenge any laws or regulations they believe infringe on their constitutional rights
  • Heighten debates over the role of parents, schools, and government in shaping curriculum, instruction, and healthcare for students

Overall, HJR 1010 represents a significant shift in how parental rights and the state's authority over education and healthcare for minors would be balanced in Oklahoma.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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