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OK SB241

OK SB241
Economic development; making certain appropriation regarding hydrogen. Effective date.


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Introduced
02/03/2025
In Committee
02/13/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An Act relating to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce; making an appropriation; providing purpose; and providing an effective date.

AI Summary

This bill appropriates $20 million from the Oklahoma General Revenue Fund to the Oklahoma Department of Commerce for fiscal year 2024, specifically to provide rebates for capital investments in hydrogen-related industries. The rebate is targeted at establishments that refine, manufacture, or process compounds or elements into hydrogen-based products within specific North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) subsectors 324 and 325, which typically cover manufacturing and chemical production industries. The purpose is to support economic development in the hydrogen sector by incentivizing companies to invest in hydrogen-related infrastructure and production facilities. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, giving businesses and the Department of Commerce time to prepare for and implement the rebate program. By providing this financial incentive, the bill aims to encourage growth and investment in emerging hydrogen technologies within Oklahoma's industrial landscape.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (3)

Last Action

Senate Appr/Sub-Natural Resources REVISED Hearing (10:00:00 3/5/2025 Room 230) (on 03/05/2025)

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