Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session Status: Enacted 2 R cosponsors

SB 1633 — Higher education; removing language providing resident tuition eligibility for certain students. Emergency.

Last action — Approved by Governor 05/12/2026

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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced February 02, 2026. Enacted.

Signed by Governor Kevin Stitt (Republican) on May 13, 2026.

Prognosis

Likely to advance 74% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

High

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  • Enacted

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    2 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 R).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 5 recorded votes so far.

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In plain language

The bill changes eligibility for resident tuition for certain students in Oklahoma.

This legislation amends the eligibility criteria for resident tuition in Oklahoma by removing provisions for students without valid documentation of immigration status. It also states that individuals not lawfully present in the U.S. will not be eligible for postsecondary education benefits based on state residency.

What this means for you
  • Workers: This may affect undocumented workers seeking higher education in Oklahoma.

Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

116 added · 126 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent amendment to SB 1633 allows students who graduated from public or private high schools in Oklahoma and lived with a parent or legal guardian during that time to qualify for resident tuition at state colleges. This change removes some outdated rules regarding financial aid eligibility and streamlines the process for students who may not have certain documentation. This amendment is important as it aims to make higher education more accessible for Oklahoma residents, particularly those from varied backgrounds.

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ENGROSSED SENATE BILL NO.
An Act ENROLLED SENATE BILL NO.
Stanley, Woods, and Hamilton of the Senate and Maynard of the House 6 An Act relating to higher education;
Stanley, Woods, Hamilton, and Jett of the Senate and Maynard and Eaves of the House An Act relating to higher education;
BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA:
SUBJECT:
Resident tuition eligibility BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA:
and ENGR.
and 2.
S.
B.
NO.
1633 Page 1 2.
(1) one (1) year after the date on which the student enrolls for study at the institution, or ENGR.
(1) one (1) year after the date on which the student enrolls for study at the institution, or (2) if there is no formal process to permit children of parents without lawful immigration status to apply for lawful status without risk of deportation, one (1) year after the date the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services provide such a formal process, and ENR.
1633 Page 2 (2) if there is no formal process to permit children of parents without lawful immigration status to apply for lawful status without risk of deportation, one (1) year after the date the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services provide such a formal process, and c.
1633 Page 2 c.
Any student who completes the required criteria prescribed in subsection A of this section, paragraph 1 of subsection B of this section, and subparagraph a of paragraph 2 of subsection B of this ENGR.
Any student who completes the required criteria prescribed in subsection A of this section, paragraph 1 of subsection B of this section, and subparagraph a of paragraph 2 of subsection B of this section shall not be disqualified on the basis of the student’s immigration status from any scholarships or financial aid provided by this state.
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B.
NO.
1633 Page 3 section shall not be disqualified on the basis of the student’s immigration status from any scholarships or financial aid provided by this state.
Except as otherwise provided in Section 3242 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, an An individual who is not lawfully present in the United States shall not be eligible on the basis of residence within the this state for:
Except as otherwise provided in Section of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes, an An individual who is not lawfully present in the United States shall not be eligible on the basis of residence within the this state for:
or 2.
or ENR.
Resident tuition.
B.
The provisions of subsection A of this section shall not apply to a student enrolled in a degree program at a postsecondary educational institution within The Oklahoma State System of Higher Education during the 2006-2007 school year or any prior year who received a resident tuition benefit pursuant to Section 3242 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes at that institution The Oklahoma ENGR.
1633 Page 4 State Regents for Higher Education may promulgate rules to implement the provisions of this section.
1633 Page 3 2.
Resident tuition.
B.
The provisions of subsection A of this section shall not apply to a student enrolled in a degree program at a postsecondary educational institution within The Oklahoma State System of Higher Education during the 2006-2007 school year or any prior year who received a resident tuition benefit pursuant to Section 3242 of Title 70 of the Oklahoma Statutes at that institution The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education may promulgate rules to implement the provisions of this section.
Passed the Senate the 10th day of March, 2026.
ENR.
9 Presiding Officer of the Senate Passed the House of Representatives the ____ day of __________, 2026.
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Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives ENGR.
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1633 Page 4 Passed the Senate the 10th day of March, 2026.
Presiding Officer of the Senate Passed the House of Representatives the 6th day of May, 2026.
Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR Received by the Office of the Governor this ____________________ day of ___________________, 20_______, at _______ o'clock _______ M.
By:
_________________________________ Approved by the Governor of the State of Oklahoma this _________ day of ___________________, 20_______, at _______ o'clock _______ M.
_________________________________ Governor of the State of Oklahoma OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE Received by the Office of the Secretary of State this __________ day of __________________, 20 _______, at _______ o'clock _______ M.
By:
_________________________________ ENR.
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How this bill changes current law

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The bill revises the eligibility criteria for resident tuition and postsecondary education benefits by removing provisions related to undocumented students and certain documentation requirements.

  • 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3242

    If the student cannot present to the institution valid documentation of United States nationality or an immigration status permitting study at a postsecondary institution:

    The bill eliminates the requirement for undocumented students to present certain documentation for tuition eligibility.

  • 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3242

    C. Any student who completes the required criteria prescribed in subsection A of this section, paragraph 1 of subsection B of this section, and subparagraph a of paragraph 2 of subsection B of this section shall not be disqualified on the basis of the student’s immigration status from any scholarships or financial aid provided by this state.

    The bill removes the provision allowing undocumented students to receive scholarships or financial aid.

  • 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3242.2

    An individual who is not lawfully present in the United States shall not be eligible on the basis of residence within the this state for: 1. Any postsecondary education benefit, including, but not limited to, scholarships or financial aid; or 2. Resident tuition.

    The bill prohibits undocumented individuals from accessing resident tuition and other educational benefits.

  • 70 O.S. 2021, Section 3242.2

    The Oklahoma State Regents for Higher Education may promulgate rules to implement the provisions of this section.

    The bill maintains the authority of the State Regents to implement rules, but removes references to prior provisions regarding undocumented students.

Amendments

2 amendments

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Action History

  1. Approved by Governor 05/12/2026

  2. Sent to Governor

  3. Signed, returned to Senate

  4. Enrolled, to House

  5. Referred for enrollment

  6. Signed, returned to Senate

  7. Third Reading, Measure and Emergency passed: Ayes: 71 Nays: 16

  8. Coauthored by Representative(s) Eaves

  9. General Order

  10. CR; Do Pass Education Oversight Committee

  11. Coauthored by Senator(s) Jett

  12. Policy recommendation to the Education Oversight committee; Do Pass Postsecondary Education

  13. Referred to Postsecondary Education

  14. Second Reading referred to Education Oversight

  15. First Reading

  16. Engrossed to House

  17. Referred for engrossment

  18. Measure and Emergency passed: Ayes: 39 Nays: 7

  19. Coauthored by Senator Hamilton

  20. Coauthored by Senator Woods

  21. General Order, Considered

  22. Placed on General Order

  23. Coauthored by Representative Maynard (principal House author)

  24. Reported Do Pass Education committee; CR filed

  25. Second Reading referred to Education

  26. Authored by Senator Stanley

  27. First Reading

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 149 not signed on · 23 voted No

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (149)

149 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Votes

Third Reading

Passed 71 Yea · 16 Nay · 12 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Republican 69109
Unaffiliated 2101
Democrat 01403
Total 7116013
% of votes cast 71%16%0%13%
How each member voted (100)
Member Party Vote
Mr. Speaker — Yea
Alonso-Sandoval — Nay
VACANCY: — Not Voting
Crosswhite Hader — Yea
Aletia Timmons Democrat Nay
Amanda Clinton Democrat Nay
Andy Fugate Democrat Nay
Annie Menz Democrat Nay
Cyndi Munson Democrat Not Voting
Ellen Pogemiller Democrat Nay
Ellyn Hefner Democrat Nay
Jacob Rosecrants Democrat Not Voting
Jared Deck Democrat Nay
John Waldron Democrat Not Voting
Melissa Provenzano Democrat Nay
Meloyde Blancett Democrat Nay
Michelle McCane Democrat Nay
Mickey Dollens Democrat Nay
Ronald Stewart Democrat Nay
Suzanne Schreiber Democrat Nay
Trish Ranson Democrat Nay
Anthony Moore Republican Yea
Bob Ed Culver Republican Yea
Brad Boles Republican Yea
Brian Hill Republican Yea
Carl Newton Republican Yea
Chad Caldwell Republican Yea
Chris Banning Republican Yea
Chris Kannady Republican Not Voting
Chris Sneed Republican Yea
Clay Staires Republican Yea
Cody Maynard Republican Yea
Collin Duel Republican Yea
Cynthia Roe Republican Yea
Daniel Pae Republican Not Voting
Danny Sterling Republican Yea
Danny Williams Republican Yea
David Hardin Republican Yea
David Smith Republican Yea
Dell Kerbs Republican Yea
Derrick Hildebrant Republican Yea
Dick Lowe Republican Yea
Dillon Travis Republican Yea
Eddy Dempsey Republican Yea
Emily Gise Republican Yea
Eric Roberts Republican Yea
Erick Harris Republican Yea
Gabe Woolley Republican Yea
Gerrid Kendrix Republican Yea
Jason Blair Republican Yea
Jay Steagall Republican Yea
Jim Grego Republican Yea
Jim Olsen Republican Yea
Jim Shaw Republican Yea
John George Republican Yea
John Kane Republican Yea
John Pfeiffer Republican Yea
Jonathan Wilk Republican Yea
Josh Cantrell Republican Not Voting
Josh West Republican Yea
Judd Strom Republican Yea
Justin Humphrey Republican Yea
Ken Luttrell Republican Not Voting
Kenton Patzkowsky Republican Yea
Kevin Norwood Republican Yea
Kevin West Republican Not Voting
Marilyn Stark Republican Yea
Mark Chapman Republican Yea
Mark Lawson Republican Yea
Mark Lepak Republican Yea
Mark Tedford Republican Not Voting
Max Wolfley Republican Yea
Mike Dobrinski Republican Yea
Mike Kelley Republican Yea
Mike Lay Republican Yea
Mike Osburn Republican Nay
Molly Jenkins Republican Yea
Neil Hays Republican Yea
Nick Archer Republican Yea
Nicole Miller Republican Yea
Preston Stinson Republican Not Voting
Rande Worthen Republican Not Voting
Rick West Republican Yea
Rob Hall Republican Yea
Robert Manger Republican Yea
Ronny Johns Republican Yea
Ross Ford Republican Yea
Rusty Cornwell Republican Yea
Ryan Eaves Republican Yea
Scott Fetgatter Republican Yea
Stacy Jo Adams Republican Yea
Stan May Republican Yea
Steve Bashore Republican Yea
T.J. Marti Republican Yea
Tammy Townley Republican Yea
Tammy West Republican Not Voting
Tim Turner Republican Yea
Tom Gann Republican Yea
Toni Hasenbeck Republican Yea
Trey Caldwell Republican Yea

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Third Reading

Passed 39 Yea · 7 Nay · 2 Other
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Republican 38001
Democrat 1701
Total 39702
% of votes cast 81%15%0%4%
How each member voted (48)
Member Party Vote
Carri Hicks Democrat Nay
Jo Anna Dossett Democrat Nay
Julia Kirt Democrat Nay
Mark Mann Democrat Nay
Mary B. Boren Democrat Not Voting
Michael Brooks Democrat Nay
Nikki Nice Democrat Nay
Regina Goodwin Democrat Nay
Ronald Stewart Democrat Yea
Aaron Reinhardt Republican Yea
Adam Pugh Republican Yea
Ally Seifried Republican Yea
Avery Frix Republican Not Voting
Bill Coleman Republican Yea
Brenda Stanley Republican Yea
Brent Howard Republican Yea
Brian Guthrie Republican Yea
Bryan Logan Republican Yea
Casey Murdock Republican Yea
Christi Gillespie Republican Yea
Dana Prieto Republican Yea
Darcy Jech Republican Yea
Dave Rader Republican Yea
David Bullard Republican Yea
District 24 Republican Yea
Dusty Deevers Republican Yea
George Burns Republican Yea
Grant Green Republican Yea
Jerry Alvord Republican Yea
John Haste Republican Yea
Jonathan Wingard Republican Yea
Julie Daniels Republican Yea
Julie McIntosh Republican Yea
Kelly Hines Republican Yea
Kendal Sacchieri Republican Yea
Kristen Thompson Republican Yea
Lisa Standridge Republican Yea
Lonnie Paxton Republican Yea
Micheal Bergstrom Republican Yea
Paul Rosino Republican Yea
Randy Grellner Republican Yea
Rob Hall Republican Yea
Roland Pederson Republican Yea
Shane Jett Republican Yea
Spencer Kern Republican Yea
Todd Gollihare Republican Yea
Tom Woods Republican Yea
Warren Hamilton Republican Yea

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Who sponsors SB 1633?
SB 1633 is sponsored by Brenda Stanley (Republican) and Cody Maynard (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 1633?
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