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OK HB1583

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2015

Primary Sponsor

Scooter Park

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Origin

House of Representatives

2015 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends 69 O.S. 2011, Section 1705 to limit toll charges for trips less than 25 miles on Oklahoma turnpikes to a maximum of $0.05 per trip.

  • Authorizes the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority to construct and operate 35 specified turnpike projects and extensions across the state, including major routes between Oklahoma City, Tulsa, and regional connections.

  • Requires the Authority to construct and install automatic tollgates on the Will Rogers Turnpike at State Highway 28 near Adair.

  • Mandates that 90% of labor employed on turnpike construction projects must be Oklahoma residents, with construction wages following state highway schedules.

  • Becomes effective November 1, 2015.

Legislative Description

Roads and bridges; Oklahoma Turnpike Authority; tolls; effective date.

Motor Vehicles and Transportation

Last Action

Second Reading referred to Transportation

2/3/2015

Committee Referrals

Transportation2/3/2015

Full Bill Text

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