Oklahoma Turnpike Authority; requiring audit prior to the issuance of certain bonds. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 983 requires the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) to undergo a pre-issuance audit before selling certain bonds. The bill specifies the scope of this audit and mandates that the OTA evaluate toll increases before implementing them. These changes apply directly to the OTA, which manages Oklahoma's turnpike system and bond financing. The legislation updates existing statutes governing bond issuance procedures for the authority. (3 sentences)