Bill > HB1379

This bill requires the Oklahoma Department of Transportation (ODOT) to enhance its consultation process when updating the Eight-Year Construction Work Plan by explicitly involving state legislators in priority setting. Specifically, ODOT must consult with legislative members and provide a presentation to relevant legislative committees, giving legislators an opportunity to offer feedback, recommendations, and district-specific priorities for consideration in the transportation plan. This new requirement aims to increase legislative input and collaboration in transportation infrastructure planning, ensuring that local and regional needs are better represented in the state's long-term construction strategy. The bill will become effective on November 1, 2025, and will be codified as Section 4014 of Title 69 in the Oklahoma Statutes, providing a formal mechanism for legislative engagement in transportation planning.

Business and Industry, Transportation and Infrastructure

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb1379&Session=2600