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OK SB940
Bill
AI Summary
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Oklahoma Conservation Commission must implement a statewide plan for control, removal, and eradication of harmful woody species on state-owned, leased, or operated land
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Seven state agencies must submit a comprehensive inventory and eradication plan to the Commission by January 1, 2026, including the Department of Agriculture, Wildlife Conservation, Corrections, Tourism and Recreation, Transportation, Land Office, and Turnpike Authority
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Annual progress reports required from participating agencies to the Legislature by November 1, 2026, and each subsequent November 1
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"Harmful woody species" defined as rapidly encroaching trees or shrubs causing environmental or economic harm, specifically including Eastern Redcedar, Rocky Mountain juniper, oneseed juniper, and salt cedar
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Effective date of July 1, 2025, with emergency clause for immediate effect upon passage and approval
Legislative Description
Harmful woody species; requiring certain report to be compiled and submitted to the Oklahoma Conservation Commission. Effective date. Emergency.
Last Action
Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/06/2025
5/6/2025