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OK HB1817

Bill

Status

Engrossed

3/13/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rande Worthen

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates the Oklahoma Water Resources Board Well Driller and Pump Installer Program to license well drilling and pump installation professionals and prevent groundwater pollution

  • Requires the Board to partner with an accredited Tier 1 research institution in Oklahoma to develop a groundwater professional training program offering micro-credentials for well drillers, pump installers, plumbers, and heavy equipment operators

  • Establishes the Oklahoma Water Resources Board Well Driller and Pump Installer Program Revolving Fund in the State Treasury as a continuing fund not subject to fiscal year limitations

  • Mandates annual reporting to the Governor and Legislature on program progress and outcomes

  • Effective date: November 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Waters and water rights; stating legislative findings; creating the Oklahoma Water Resources Board Well Driller and Pump Installer Program; effective date.

Last Action

Referred to Appropriations

4/10/2025

Committee Referrals

Appropriations4/10/2025
Energy4/1/2025
Energy2/4/2025
Energy and Natural Resources Oversight2/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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