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OK SB352
Bill
Status
Engrossed
3/12/2025
Primary Sponsor
Todd Gollihare
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AI Summary
- Prohibits the use of eminent domain for siting or building wind energy facilities, solar energy facilities, battery storage facilities, or hydrogen gas facilities on private property
- Requires any entity seeking to exercise eminent domain for electric transmission facilities rated greater than 300 kilovolts to first obtain a certificate of authority from the Corporation Commission
- Amends 27 O.S. 2021, Section 7, clarifying that entities furnishing light, heat, or power by electricity or natural gas may exercise eminent domain using the same procedures as railroad corporations
- Declared an emergency measure, taking effect immediately upon passage and approval
- Passed the Oklahoma Senate on March 11, 2025
Legislative Description
Eminent domain; prohibiting use of eminent domain for certain facilities; requiring authorization by Corporation Commission for exercise of eminent domain by certain entities for specified purpose. Emergency.
Last Action
Referred to Utilities
4/1/2025
Committee Referrals
Utilities4/1/2025
Energy and Natural Resources Oversight4/1/2025
Judiciary2/4/2025
Full Bill Text
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