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OK HB1753

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/31/2025

Primary Sponsor

Dell Kerbs

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends nonconsensual towing rates to replace previous distance-based and detailed fee schedules with simplified hourly rates: $199/hour (2-hour minimum) for vehicles 26,000 lbs or less, and $299/hour (2-hour minimum) for vehicles over 26,000 lbs

  • Increases maximum outdoor storage rates (e.g., from $15 to $23.94/day for motorcycles and light trucks under 20 feet) and indoor storage rates (e.g., from $25 to $39.90/day for similar vehicles), with rates to be adjusted annually based on the Consumer Price Index

  • Requires the Corporation Commission to calculate and notify towing services of new hourly rates annually based on CPI changes, with Commission-calculated rates taking effect November 1, 2026

  • Mandates the Corporation Commission to review nonconsensual towing rates at least every two years, using an independent expert witness whose costs will be added to annual fees assessed on towing services

  • Requires wrecker operators to maintain documentation for hourly rate charges and provide reasonable documentation to substantiate all fees charged to vehicle owners, lienholders, agents, or insurers

Legislative Description

Motor vehicles; maximum fees and charges; Corporation Commission duties; fees and charges; rates; storage; data; effective date.

Last Action

Placed on General Order

4/23/2025

Committee Referrals

Aeronautics and Transportation4/1/2025
Public Safety2/4/2025
Judiciary and Public Safety Oversight2/4/2025

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