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OK SB1509
Bill
AI Summary
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Amends 82 O.S. 2021, Section 1020.17 relating to well spacing rules for groundwater withdrawal in Oklahoma
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Removes the requirement for the Oklahoma Water Resources Board to conduct at least one public hearing within or near each major basin or subbasin before adopting well spacing rules
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Authorizes the Board to adopt specific spacing for each basin as part of establishing a maximum annual yield under Section 1020.6
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Effective date: November 1, 2026
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Received "Do Pass" recommendation from the Senate Committee on Energy on February 5, 2026
Legislative Description
Groundwater use; modifying provisions related to spacing of wells. Effective date.
Last Action
Coauthored by Representative Newton (principal House author)
2/12/2026
Committee Referrals
Energy2/3/2026
Full Bill Text
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