HB1817

Waters and water rights; stating legislative findings; creating the Oklahoma Water Resources Board Well Driller and Pump Installer Program; effective date.

Chamber Passed·3/13/25

Oklahoma HB1817 creates the Oklahoma Water Resources Board Well Driller and Pump Installer Program to address groundwater threats.

Oklahoma HB1817 establishes the Oklahoma Water Resources Board Well Driller and Pump Installer Program to tackle groundwater depletion and contamination. The program aims to fund and support a groundwater professional training program at an accredited institution of higher education in Oklahoma. The Board will partner with the institution to provide specialized education and skills-based micro-credentials for groundwater professionals.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 8–2 · Mar 13, 2025
Current
Appropriations Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

0
3
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

8 Yea

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2 Nay

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History

Apr 10, 2025

Senate

Reported Do Pass as amended Energy committee; CR filed

Apr 10, 2025

Senate

Enacting clause stricken

Apr 10, 2025

Senate

Referred to Appropriations