Bill > HB1156

This bill modifies existing Oklahoma law regarding wind energy facility construction by updating setback requirements and adding new restrictions. Specifically, the bill changes the effective date from August 21, 2015, to November 1, 2025, and introduces a new requirement that wind energy facilities must be at least one-half (1/2) mile away from adjacent property lines, in addition to existing setback requirements for airports, public schools, and hospitals. The bill maintains previous provisions related to military installation compatibility, requiring wind energy facilities to obtain a Determination of No Hazard from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and resolve any potential adverse impacts to the Department of Defense through the Military Aviation and Installation Assurance Siting Clearinghouse. If wind energy facility owners fail to submit the required documentation before construction, they may face administrative penalties of up to $1,500 per day, per violation. The bill aims to provide more comprehensive regulations for wind energy facility placement, balancing potential economic development with concerns about property proximity and military operational requirements.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1156&Session=2600