Governor Kevin Stitt released the following statement applauding the Parental Choice Act, HB 2775 and HB 1935, after the package passed the Oklahoma House this afternoon. HB 1935 passed 75-25. HB 2775 passed 78-20.

“After many conversations with parents, students, teachers, and legislators, I am emboldened by the prospect of delivering real education reform through the Parental Choice Act. By providing families with the option of a 100% refundable tax credit of up to $5,000 per child, we are building a foundation for funding students, not systems, in the state of Oklahoma.

“Every child deserves a quality education that best fits their unique needs, regardless of economic status, or background, and I believe the Parental Choice Act will help make that a reality here in Oklahoma, unlocking our full potential and putting our state on a path to become Top Ten in education..”