SB1854

Eminent domain; prohibiting use of eminent domain for certain facilities. Effective date.

Introduced·2/2/26
Int Text

Oklahoma SB1854 prohibits eminent domain for certain electric transmission facilities rated over 300 kilovolts.

Oklahoma SB1854 amends the state's eminent domain laws to prohibit the use of eminent domain for the extension, rebuild, or upgrade of electric transmission facilities rated greater than 300 kilovolts. This bill requires any entity involved in furnishing light, heat, or power by electricity or natural gas to obtain a Certificate of Authority from the Corporation Commission before exercising eminent domain for these facilities. The changes will take effect on November 1, 2026.

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Judiciary Committee
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History

Feb 3

Senate

Second Reading referred to Judiciary

Feb 2

Senate

First Reading

Feb 2

Senate

Authored by Senator Bullard