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HB 3373

Schools; defining high-dosage tutoring; effective date.

2026 Regular Session

HB 3373 establishes a formal definition of high-dosage tutoring in Oklahoma schools to standardize intensive student support interventions.

Second Reading referred to Rules
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Bill Summary · HB 3373

Legislative bill overview

HB 3373 defines "high-dosage tutoring" for Oklahoma schools, establishing a formal definition for what constitutes intensive, frequent tutoring interventions. The bill appears designed to create clarity around tutoring programs that receive state funding or regulatory attention, with an effective date provision included in the legislation.

Why is this important

High-dosage tutoring has emerged as an evidence-based intervention for struggling students, but without a standard definition, schools may implement programs inconsistently or claim effectiveness without meeting rigorous standards. Defining the term allows Oklahoma to potentially align funding, accountability measures, and best practices across districts, while also enabling accurate measurement of program outcomes.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition specificity: Disputes may arise over what "high-dosage" means precisely (frequency per week? duration? group size?), potentially affecting which existing programs qualify for designation or funding
  • Implementation and funding: Schools may face costs to restructure tutoring programs to meet the new definition, raising questions about state funding support versus local burden
  • Academic rigor standards: Disagreement could emerge over whether the definition includes quality standards (tutor qualifications, curriculum standards) or focuses solely on dosage/frequency metrics

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

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