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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to turnpikes; amending 69 O.S. 2021, Section 1703, as amended by Section 1, Chapter 295, O.S.L. 2023 (69 O.S. Supp. 2025, Section 1703), which relates to the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority; updating statutory references; updating statutory language; subjecting Authority to certain oversight; requiring submission of certain reports; creating the Turnpike Legislative Oversight Board; declaring scope and purpose; stating composition; setting terms and conditions for membership; establishing requirements for conduct of Board business; requiring certain reports; directing distribution of reports; authorizing suspension of certain officers under certain circumstances; establishing procedures for certain suspension or removal; providing for codification; and declaring an emergency.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Turnpike Legislative Oversight Board to monitor the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority's (OTA) operations, finances, and policies, with the OTA required to provide annual reports and requested information to this new board. The Board, composed of six senators appointed by the President Pro Tempore of the Senate and six representatives appointed by the Speaker of the House of Representatives, will have co-chairs from each chamber and can compel the OTA to provide information and witnesses for its investigations. Furthermore, the Board is empowered to temporarily suspend OTA board members or executive staff for up to 30 days for reasons such as non-cooperation or mismanagement, and can recommend removal from office with a two-thirds vote of both legislative houses. The bill also makes minor updates to existing statutes regarding the OTA's structure and references, and declares an emergency to allow the act to take effect immediately upon passage.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=sb1954&Session=2600 |
| Fiscal Note/Analysis - Senate: Introduced | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20SUPPORT%20DOCUMENTS/BILLSUM/Senate/SB1954%20INT%20BILLSUM.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/SB/SB1954%20INT.PDF |
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