Rule requiring citizenship checks in Oklahoma schools passes state board vote

OKLAHOMA CITY — A proposed rule that would require schools to ask for proof of U.S. citizenship during enrollment unanimously passed the Oklahoma State Board of Education on Tuesday, sending the highly controversial proposal to the state Legislature.

Both the Oklahoma House and Senate have the choice of approving it or allowing Gov. Kevin Stitt to decide during the 2025 legislative session, which begins Feb. 3. The administrative rule would carry the force of law, if enacted.

The regulation is i...