HB4214

Eminent domain; agencies; economic development; effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma HB4214 prohibits state agencies from using eminent domain for economic development.

Oklahoma HB4214 amends the state statutes to explicitly prohibit state agencies from using eminent domain for economic development purposes. This bill codifies the restriction into Title 27 of the Oklahoma Statutes, ensuring that eminent domain cannot be used to facilitate economic development projects. The act is set to become effective on November 1, 2026.

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Where it stands

Current
Rules Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Feb 3

House

Second Reading referred to Rules

Feb 2

House

First Reading

Feb 2

House

Authored by Representative Staires