HB1770

Animals; Elk Population Study and Management Act; definitions; comprehensive study of the elk population; requirements; effective date; emergency.

Chamber Passed·3/12/26

Oklahoma HB1770 mandates a comprehensive study of elk populations and creates a management plan for conservation.

Oklahoma HB1770, known as the Elk Population Study and Management Act, requires the Oklahoma State University Veterinary Medicine Authority to establish a plan and outline for a comprehensive study of elk populations in a designated region. The study, to be completed by November 1, 2025, will assess current population levels, trends, and habitat usage, and develop science-based management recommendations. The Authority may coordinate with other state and federal agencies and may engage external experts and scientists to complete the study.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 10–2 · Mar 12
Current
The Senate
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
2
RR
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

10 Yea

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2 Nay

RR

Calendar

Apr 6

10:00 AM

Senate Agriculture and Wildlife Hearing

Mar 5

11:30 AM

House Rules Hearing

History

Apr 8

Senate

Placed on General Order

Apr 6

Senate

Reported Do Pass Agriculture and Wildlife committee; CR filed

Apr 1

Senate

Second Reading referred to Agriculture and Wildlife