HB3883

Cities and towns; public utility; system malfunctions; liability; third-party contractors; effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26

Oklahoma HB3883 establishes standards for public utilities, including notification of system malfunctions and liability protections.

Oklahoma HB3883 mandates public utilities to notify customers of system malfunctions through newspapers, websites, or utility bills. It requires utilities to engage users on proper system use and safeguards against malfunctions. The bill exempts public utilities from liability for violations occurring under prior owners or operators. It also provides an affirmative defense for third-party contractors if they identify and remediate pre-existing deficiencies. The legislation includes provisions for routine inspections, maintenance, and emergency response plans for wastewater collection systems.

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Where it stands

Current
In committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
1
R
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

12 Yea

DDRRDRRRRRRR

0 Nay

Calendar

Mar 3

10:30 AM

House Government Oversight Hearing

Feb 11

2:00 PM

House County and Municipal Government Hearing

History

Mar 3

House

CR; Do Pass Government Oversight Committee

Mar 3

House

Authored by Senator Mann (principal Senate author)

Feb 11

House

Policy recommendation to the Government Oversight committee; Do Pass County and Municipal Government