Groundwater permits; requiring certain information with groundwater permit application. Effective date. Emergency.

SB 1918 requires applicants for Oklahoma groundwater permits to include proof of a valid Oklahoma driver's license or U.S. passport with their application. This applies directly to individuals or entities seeking new permits or renewing existing ones for groundwater use. The bill amends Oklahoma law to mandate this identification documentation as part of the standard permit application process. It takes effect on July 1, 2026, and is designated as an emergency measure. The change focuses solely on verifying applicant identity for permit processing, with no other policy modifications.