Local government; Efficient Parking Act; political subdivisions; minimum parking requirements; effective date.

HB 1050, the "Efficient Parking Act," prohibits Oklahoma cities, towns, and counties from requiring specific minimum numbers of off-street parking spaces for new residential, commercial, or industrial developments. It directly affects local governments and developers by eliminating mandatory parking counts in zoning rules, while allowing continued enforcement of disability parking requirements. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025, and defines key terms like "minimum parking mandate" to clarify that local governments cannot set fixed parking space requirements. This change aims to reduce development costs and increase housing flexibility by removing rigid parking rules. The law does not impact existing disability parking regulations or requirements for parking spaces in specific contexts.