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OK HB3879
OK HB3879Waters and water rights; modifying list of records to be entered; requiring board maintain records in accordance with the Oklahoma Open Records Act; 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 waters and water rights; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 1324.9, which relates to board as governing body; modifying list of records to be entered; requiring board maintain records in accordance with the Oklahoma Open Records Act; requiring certain website posting; amending 82 O.S. 2021, Section 1324.18, which relates to duty of chairman; requiring certain guidelines be followed; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill modifies existing laws concerning water districts by requiring their governing boards to include meeting agendas in the records they maintain, in addition to their minutes, decisions, and orders. Furthermore, it mandates that these records be kept in compliance with the Oklahoma Open Records Act, which ensures public access to government documents, with exceptions for private or confidential information, and requires that such records be posted on the water district's website if one exists. The bill also updates the duties of the chairman of the board, stipulating that they and the board must follow guidelines set by the Office of Management and Enterprise Services when performing their duties, such as preparing budgets and adjusting water rates. This legislation is set to take effect on November 1, 2026.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Second Reading referred to Rules (on 02/03/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb3879&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB3879%20INT.PDF |
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