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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to eminent domain; amending 66 O.S. 2021, Section 53, which relates to taking property by eminent domain; requiring a commission to determine if condemnation action is based upon a valid public use; requiring the commission in their report to the court to provide whether the action is for a valid public use; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill amends existing Oklahoma law concerning eminent domain, which is the government's power to take private property for public use, even if the owner does not wish to sell, provided just compensation is paid. Specifically, it requires a commission, which is a group of three disinterested freeholders appointed by a district judge, to hold a hearing to determine if the property is being condemned for a valid public use before assessing compensation. The commission must then report to the court not only the quantity, boundaries, and just compensation for the property taken, but also whether the condemnation action should proceed based on their finding of a valid public use. This bill will become effective on November 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules (on 02/11/2026)
Official Document
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bill summary
| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | http://www.oklegislature.gov/BillInfo.aspx?Bill=hb4171&Session=2600 |
| BillText | https://www.oklegislature.gov/cf_pdf/2025-26%20INT/hB/HB4171%20INT.PDF |
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