Oklahoma Wind Energy Development Act; establishing waiver process for certain setback provisions. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1012 modifies Oklahoma's wind energy setback rules by creating a formal waiver process for the 1.5-nautical-mile distance requirements near public schools and hospitals. Wind energy developers can now seek written waivers from school boards or hospital governing bodies instead of always complying with the fixed setback distance. The bill also updates military and FAA clearance procedures for wind projects near military installations, requiring documentation of no hazard and resolved defense impacts before construction. These changes directly affect wind energy developers, school districts, hospital authorities, and military installations. The bill takes effect July 1, 2025, and declares an emergency.