OK HB2446

Declares protection of Oklahoma's state waters a "compelling state interest," establishing it as a high legal priority that overrides other provisions of law

Reserves authority over state water protection exclusively to the Oklahoma Legislature and state agencies specifically granted regulatory power by the Legislature

References jurisdiction outlined in Section 1-1-202 of Title 27A (Oklahoma Environmental Quality Code) for agency responsibilities

Codifies the new provision as Section 1E of Title 82 (Waters and Water Rights) of Oklahoma Statutes

Effective date: November 1, 2016