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OK HB3943

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/2/2026

Primary Sponsor

John Kane

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Authorizes the Commissioners of the Land Office to grant hunting leases on state trust property in addition to existing commercial and agricultural leases

  • Hunting leases must be offered at not less than fair market value as determined by the Commissioners and may be placed on the same parcels as commercial or agricultural leases

  • Requires notice of hunting leases or intent to lease be given to commercial and agricultural lessees prior to commencement of their lease, along with a copy of hunting lease terms and rights

  • Oil and gas operators are liable for damages to hunting lease interests, in addition to existing protections for agricultural, timber, and grazing lands

  • Effective date: November 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Public lands; Commissioners of the Land Office; hunting lease contracts; effective date.

Last Action

Referred to Appropriations and Budget Natural Resources Subcommittee

2/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Appropriations and Budget Natural Resources Subcommittee2/3/2026
Appropriations and Budget2/3/2026

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