Bill > HB2725

This bill amends Oklahoma law regarding the removal of glass and other injurious substances from highways after vehicle accidents. It clarifies the responsibilities of vehicle owners, insurers, wreckers, and towing operators when a vehicle is damaged or wrecked. The bill requires that any person, wrecker, or towing operator removing a wrecked or damaged vehicle must also remove any glass or injurious substances dropped on the highway. The owner's insurance must cover the removal costs if the owner has the minimum required insurance coverage. The bill introduces a new provision that requires insurers to remit payment directly to the removal company and establishes that the fees for removal and cleanup constitute a special lien that takes priority over other claims. Additionally, the bill maintains existing prohibitions against throwing destructive or injurious materials on highways and throwing substances at vehicles or people near highways. The law will become effective on November 1, 2025, providing ample time for insurers and vehicle owners to prepare for the new requirements.

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb2725&Session=2600