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This bill clarifies the legislative intent regarding the powers of the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA), specifically limiting its authority to construct new toll turnpikes to only those locations and routes explicitly authorized by the Legislature, meaning the Legislature, not the OTA, has the sole discretion to authorize new turnpike projects. The bill also emphasizes that any descriptions of turnpike locations or routes in existing law are mandatory and not discretionary guidelines for the OTA, and courts should interpret these provisions according to their plain meaning, not deferring to the Authority's interpretation. Additionally, the bill updates statutory references and makes minor language adjustments throughout the section detailing the OTA's powers and duties, which include constructing, maintaining, and operating turnpike projects, issuing revenue bonds, and fixing tolls.

Transportation and Infrastructure

http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1860&Session=2600