Bill > HB1103

This bill modifies the Oklahoma Department of Transportation's procedures for disposing of surplus property, including land, equipment, and materials. The key changes include expanding notice requirements by mandating that surplus property notifications be made available online in addition to traditional mail, increasing the response time for original property owners from 30 to 90 days when being offered the chance to repurchase surplus property, and removing previous time limitations on repurchase offers. The bill also maintains existing provisions that give priority to state agencies, political subdivisions, rural fire departments, and rural water districts when purchasing surplus equipment, and allows the Department to transfer surplus bridge beams to local governments for public roadway bridge construction or repair, with the local government assuming responsibility for transportation and inspection costs. For land disposal, the bill standardizes notification procedures for both partial and total property takings, ensuring that original property owners or their successors are informed when surplus property becomes available. The legislation will become effective on November 1, 2025, and aims to provide more transparent and flexible processes for the Department of Transportation's surplus property management.

Government Affairs, Transportation and Infrastructure

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1103&Session=2600