Oklahoma HB1822 mandates the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to create a program for managing invasive woody species.

Oklahoma HB1822 requires the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to establish a program for managing invasive woody species. The program includes identification, removal, control, use of best management practices, monitoring, and collaboration with various agencies. The act defines "invasive woody species" as trees or shrubs rapidly encroaching into adjoining lands and likely to cause environmental or economic harm. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2025.

Oklahoma HB1822 mandates the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to create a program for managing invasive woody species.

Oklahoma HB1822 requires the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to establish a program for managing invasive woody species. The program includes identification, removal, control, use of best management practices, monitoring, and collaboration with various agencies. The act defines "invasive woody species" as trees or shrubs rapidly encroaching into adjoining lands and likely to cause environmental or economic harm. The bill becomes effective November 1, 2025.