HB1438

Waters and water rights; Rural Economic Action Plan grant program; monetary cap; effective date.

Complete·5/7/25

Modernizes waters and water rights in Oklahoma with the Waters and Water Rights Modernization Act of 2025.

The Waters and Water Rights Modernization Act of 2025 updates Oklahoma's laws regarding waters and water rights. This act, which does not require codification, introduces significant changes to the state's water management framework. It establishes a new legal structure to modernize water rights and related practices, aiming to better align with contemporary needs and environmental considerations. The act will become effective on November 1, 2025.

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  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

44 Yea

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1 Nay

D

2 Absent

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History

May 7, 2025

House

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/07/2025

Apr 30, 2025

House

Enrolled, signed, to Senate

Apr 30, 2025

Senate

Enrolled measure signed, returned to House