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Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt signed Senate Bill 1481 into law, doubling daily recess for K–5 students.
Starting next school year, districts must provide at least 40 minutes of daily recess.
The law also prohibits schools from taking away recess as punishment.
Supporters say more recess benefits focus, social development, and mental health.
Senator Ally Seifried described the change as supporting learning and mental health.
Parents and pediatric experts point to reduced stress and more physical activity.
Districts like Oklahoma City, Edmond, and Moore must plan for the new requirement.
The change aims to balance more recess with existing instructional time.
Officials say the move could help students’ mental health and focus when returning to class.
The bill’s author highlighted the mental and learning benefits of recess.

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Governor Stitt signed House Bill 3742 to strengthen protections in Oklahoma criminal trials.
The law changes the discovery timeline to 30 days before trial from 10 days.
New disclosures include eyewitness interviews, law enforcement records and lineup materials.
The bill redefines informants to include those who testify with a promised benefit.
Rep. Erick Harris and Sen. Julie Daniels sponsored the bill.
Supporters say the changes aim to prevent wrongful convictions and protect defendants’ rights.
The law clarifies discovery timelines to improve attorney preparation.
The measure is part of ongoing efforts to rectify wrongful convictions in Oklahoma.
The bill details will broaden information disclosed for each case.

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Oklahoma will require 40 minutes of daily recess for elementary students starting next school year.
The law allows two 20-minute recesses to meet the daily requirement.
Education researchers cite recess benefits for learning and well‑being.
Some districts worry about loss of instructional time and scheduling.
The policy follows broader moves to curb cellphone use during school hours.
State education leaders note equity concerns for under-resourced schools.
Oklahoma’s move mirrors interest from other states in expanding recess.
Legislators argue more movement helps students focus in class.
Some districts report debates about balancing recess with testing demands.
The law applies to elementary schools and is part of broader well-being efforts.

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