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OK HB1822
Bill
Status
5/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jonathan Wilk
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AI Summary
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Defines "invasive woody species" as tree or shrub species rapidly encroaching into adjoining lands likely to cause environmental or economic harm, specifically including Eastern Redcedar, Rocky Mountain juniper, oneseed juniper, and salt cedar.
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Requires Oklahoma Department of Transportation to establish and implement a program for systematic identification, removal, and management of invasive woody species within rights-of-way under its jurisdiction.
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Program must include surveys to identify invasive species presence and extent, development of a prioritized eradication plan, use of best management practices minimizing harm to native vegetation and soil erosion, monitoring to prevent reestablishment, and collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies and nongovernmental organizations.
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Becomes effective November 1, 2025.
Legislative Description
Transportation; defining term; requiring Oklahoma Department of Transportation establish and implement certain program; effective date.
Last Action
Died in conference
5/30/2025