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OK HB3670
OK HB3670Oklahoma Distillers Trail Creation Act; Oklahoma Distillers Trail; Commission; effective date.
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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 tourism and recreation; creating the Oklahoma Distillers Trail Creation Act; creating Oklahoma Distillers Trail Commission; creating Oklahoma Distillers Trail; providing for membership of Commission; prescribing method of appointment; prescribing terms; imposing requirements for membership on Commission; authorizing removal for cause; providing for filling of vacancies; providing for quorum; providing for effect of lack of quorum; providing for appointment of officers; providing for adoption of administrative rules; prescribing authorized meetings; requiring meetings to comply with Oklahoma Open Meeting Act; making declaration regarding rights, privileges, and functions of Commission; providing for official listing; providing immunity from liability; authorizing additional powers and prescribing additional duties; prescribing mission of Commission; specifying certain powers; imposing responsibilities with respect to marketing options for Oklahoma Distillers Trail; requiring evaluations; requiring certain collaborations; authorizing receipt of private donations; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the "Oklahoma Distillers Trail Creation Act" to promote Oklahoma distilleries and boost tourism and economic development by creating the Oklahoma Distillers Trail Commission and the Oklahoma Distillers Trail itself. The Commission will consist of nine members appointed by legislative leaders and the Lieutenant Governor, who must have knowledge of the Oklahoma distilling industry, and they will serve six-year terms. The Commission is empowered to adopt administrative rules, hold regular and special meetings subject to the Oklahoma Open Meeting Act, and will be responsible for approving an official list of licensed distilleries for the trail, marketing the trail, and fostering collaborations. Commission members are protected from personal liability for actions taken in furtherance of their duties, and the Commission is authorized to accept private donations to fund its operations until state appropriations are available, with the act taking effect on November 1, 2026.
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Remove Representative Dempsey as principal House author and substitute with Representative Culver (on 02/04/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3670&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB3670%20INT.PDF |
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