Environment

passed both · Oklahoma · Senate May 6, 2026

SB 2069: Nuclear energy; creating the Oklahoma Advanced Nuclear Energy Office. Emergency

SB 2069 prohibits hunters in Oklahoma from taking migratory birds (including ducks, geese, doves, and cranes) by baiting or hunting on baited areas. It defines "baited areas" as locations where salt, grain, or feed was placed to attract birds, banning hunting there for 10 days after removal. The bill allows exceptions for normal agricultural practices like grain scattering during harvest but imposes fines ($250-$750 for first offenses) and automatic license revocation (1-10 years) for violations. This directly affects hunters using prohibited methods, with stricter penalties for repeat offenses. The law takes effect November 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentProhibits baiting to protect migratory bird populations, aligning with conservation goals by restricting harmful hunting practices.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 8, 2026

HB 2975: Agriculture; nutrient management plans; poultry waste; effective date.

HB 2975 requires Oklahoma poultry feeding operations to create detailed Nutrient Management Plans for handling poultry waste. These plans must include specific waste storage methods (like covered storage during emergencies), strict rules against applying waste during rain, saturated ground, or on frozen land, and soil/waste testing data. Farms must renew these plans every six years and maintain records of all waste applications. The bill directly affects all poultry operations in Oklahoma by setting concrete environmental handling requirements.

Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentRequires poultry waste management plans with restrictions on application during rain/saturated ground, preventing runoff pollution and protecting water quality per bill's waste handling mandates.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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signed · Oklahoma · House May 12, 2025

HB 1205: Revenue and taxation; repeal; small wind turbine tax credit; effective date.

HB 1205 repeals Oklahoma's tax credit for small wind turbine installations by removing Section 2357.32B from the state's tax code. This change directly affects small wind turbine owners and installers who previously qualified for the credit. The repeal takes effect on November 1, 2025, eliminating the tax incentive for new installations after that date. The bill is procedural and does not create new policy, only removing an existing tax provision.

Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesRepealing tax credit for small wind turbines directly eliminates a tax incentive, reducing fiscal support for renewable energy projects.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepealing tax credit for small wind turbines removes financial incentive, weakening renewable energy development support.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals tax credit for small wind turbines, eliminating financial incentive for clean energy adoption and weakening renewable energy support per bill summary.90% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Environment

signed · Oklahoma · House May 12, 2025

HB 2037: Energy conservation; repealers; effective date.

HB 2037 removes specific energy conservation rules from Oklahoma law by repealing Sections 456, 457, and 458 of Title 19 O.S. 2021 and Section 5-131.2 of Title 70 O.S. 2021. This bill eliminates existing statutory requirements related to energy conservation without creating new provisions. It takes effect on November 1, 2025, after being approved by the governor on May 9, 2025. The repeal directly affects the legal framework governing energy conservation in Oklahoma, removing these specific sections from the state code.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRepeals energy conservation statutes (Sections 456-458, 5-131.2), eliminating existing legal requirements that promoted efficiency without replacement, weakening regulatory framework.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRepeals energy conservation rules (Sections 456-458, 5-131.2), removing statutory requirements that promoted conservation, weakening environmental protections.95% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Environment

signed · Oklahoma · Senate May 12, 2025

SB 777: Wildlife; allowing certain harvesting of fish and aquatic species. Effective date.

SB 777 modifies Oklahoma's regulations for harvesting fish and aquatic species by giving the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry (ODAFF) discretion to create rules governing these activities. It allows certain harvesting but requires it to follow Department-set restrictions, replacing mandatory language ("shall") with discretionary terms ("may"). The bill removes a prior requirement for the state to assess fees and transfers this authority to ODAFF. This change directly affects commercial and recreational fishers by shifting regulatory oversight to the Department, which will determine specific harvesting rules. The bill became law on May 12, 2025, without a gubernatorial signature.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill replaces mandatory harvesting rules with discretionary authority, removing fee assessment requirements, weakening environmental protections.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Environment

passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 29, 2025

HB 2156: Property; setback requirements for utility scale solar energy and industrial battery storage facilities; emergency.

HB 2156 changes setback requirements for utility-scale solar energy facilities and industrial battery storage projects in Oklahoma. The bill reduces the minimum required distance between these facilities and adjacent properties from 500 feet to 300 feet. This directly affects property owners near proposed solar farms or battery storage sites, as well as developers planning such projects. The key provision is the specific reduction in the setback distance, which is the core policy change. The bill is currently in the legislative process, having advanced through committee and received a second reading.

Topics ✓ EnergySupports EnergyReduces setback requirements from 500 to 300 feet for solar/battery storage, easing development of renewable energy infrastructure.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentReduces setbacks for solar/battery projects, facilitating clean energy deployment. Promotes renewable infrastructure expansion aligning with environmental goals.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✗ Voted No ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 29, 2025

HB 2142: Wind energy facilities; prohibiting construction or modification of wind energy facilities with respect to certain military facilities; adverse impact; application; information; fines; civil action; effective date.

HB 2142 requires wind energy facility owners to ensure new construction or modifications do not harm military operations near installations. It mandates that owners submit FAA applications to the Oklahoma Military Department within 30 days and obtain a "determination of no hazard" from the FAA or resolve military impacts via the federal Clearinghouse. The bill prohibits projects that could interfere with military training routes, drop zones, runways, or defense airspace, with owners facing $1,500 daily fines for non-compliance. Confidential documentation shared with the Military Department cannot be disclosed publicly under Oklahoma law.

Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyRestricts wind energy development near military installations by requiring FAA approvals and prohibiting interference with military operations, directly limiting renewable energy projects.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRestricts wind energy project locations near military sites, limiting clean energy expansion that supports environmental protection goals.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Environment

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passed · Oklahoma · House Apr 28, 2025

HB 2043: State government; Energy Discrimination Elimination Act of 2022; contracts; definitions.

HB 2043 requires Oklahoma state agencies to verify that companies receiving contracts worth $100,000+ (with 10+ full-time employees) do not boycott energy companies. It mandates written verification from contractors that they will not boycott energy providers during the contract term. The law excludes contracts related to debt management or if alternative services aren't available from non-boycotting companies. This policy directly affects state agencies and qualifying businesses entering major public contracts.

Topics ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill prevents boycotts of energy companies, potentially opposing environmental efforts to divest from fossil fuels by requiring contractors to engage with energy providers.85% confidence | Rep's Stance ✓ Voted Yes ✗ Opposes Environment

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