SUMMARY: The Oklahoma Department of Education has proposed new rules requiring students to prove U.S. citizenship or legal immigration status to enroll in public schools. While undocumented students are not prohibited from enrolling under Supreme Court precedent, asking about immigration status could violate federal law, potentially deterring families from enrolling their children. The proposed rules include a list of acceptable documents for proof and mandate districts to report students lacking citizenship or legal status, excluding personal information. Critics argue that immigration status isn’t necessary for assessing educational needs and fear the policy may discourage immigrant families from participating in school activities.

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