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OK SB18
Bill
AI Summary
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Extends moratorium on sale or exportation of surface water and groundwater outside Oklahoma until January 1, 2012, or until completion of comprehensive scientific hydrological study of state water resources.
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Prohibits state agencies, authorities, and officials from contracting for or selling water outside the state without specific legislative authorization.
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Exempts pre-November 1, 2004 contracts with legislative approval (limited to 8 million gallons per month) and water contained in agricultural products, beverages, or manufactured goods.
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Extends moratorium on state or tribal water compacts and intergovernmental agreements that would apportion water ownership or authorize water exportation outside Oklahoma.
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Declares emergency, making bill effective immediately upon passage and approval.
Legislative Description
Water sale or exportation; extending certain moratorium. Emergency.
Natural Resources
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Energy
2/8/2011