Oklahoma HB2290 defines eminent domain terms, limits its use, and mandates compensation for public purposes.
Oklahoma HB2290 amends the state's eminent domain laws by defining key terms and limiting the use of eminent domain to specific public purposes. It prohibits the taking of private property unless it is for public use and with just compensation. The bill also mandates that any property taken for public use must be used for the intended purpose or be offered back to the original owner or their heirs. The act includes provisions for the remediation of blighted properties and the resale of surplus property. The changes become effective November 1, 2025.
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