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HJR 1012

Oklahoma Constitution; school attendance requirement; United States citizens; ballot title; filing.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Cantrell

Requires all Oklahoma children aged 5-18 who are U.S. citizens to attend school, with limited exceptions, and directs the legislature to enforce the attendance mandate.

Second Reading referred to Rules
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Bill Summary · HJR 1012

Summary of Oklahoma HJR 1012: School Attendance Requirement for U.S. Citizens

Main Purpose and Intent

HJR 1012 is a joint resolution that proposes to amend the Oklahoma Constitution to require all children between the ages of 5 and 18 who are U.S. citizens to attend school. The resolution seeks to place this constitutional amendment on the ballot for voter approval.

Key Provisions

  • Mandates school attendance for all Oklahoma children who are U.S. citizens, between the ages of 5 and 18
  • Allows for limited exceptions to the attendance requirement, such as for medical reasons or homeschooling
  • Directs the state legislature to enact laws to enforce the school attendance requirement
  • Requires the Oklahoma Secretary of State to place the proposed constitutional amendment on the next general election ballot for a statewide vote

Affected Parties

  • All families in Oklahoma with school-aged children who are U.S. citizens
  • Public and private schools in Oklahoma, which would be responsible for enforcing the attendance mandate
  • The Oklahoma State Department of Education, which would likely play a role in implementing and overseeing the new requirement

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • HJR 1012 was introduced in the Oklahoma House of Representatives on February 10, 2025
  • The resolution has currently passed its second reading and has been referred to the House Rules Committee
  • If approved by the legislature, the proposed constitutional amendment would be placed on the ballot for the next general election in Oklahoma
  • If approved by voters, the school attendance requirement would take effect beginning with the following school year

Overall, HJR 1012 represents a significant policy change that would mandate school attendance for all school-aged children in Oklahoma who are U.S. citizens. The resolution's supporters argue it is necessary to ensure educational attainment, while critics have raised concerns about government overreach and impacts on parental rights. The ultimate fate of the proposal will be determined by the state legislature and Oklahoma voters.

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

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