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SB 940

Harmful woody species; requiring certain report to be compiled and submitted to the Oklahoma Conservation Commission. Effective date. Emergency.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Mike Dobrinski and 1 co-sponsor

Oklahoma requires agencies to submit a report on harmful woody species to the Conservation Commission to guide state ecosystem and agricultural management efforts.

Becomes law without Governor's signature 05/06/2025
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Bill Summary · SB 940

Legislative bill overview

SB 940 requires the compilation and submission of a report on harmful woody species to the Oklahoma Conservation Commission. The bill was passed with emergency provisions and became law without the Governor's signature on May 6, 2025.

Why is this important

Harmful woody species can damage ecosystems, reduce agricultural productivity, and increase wildfire risk. A comprehensive report enables state agencies to develop informed management strategies and allocate resources effectively to address invasive or problematic woody plant species across Oklahoma.

Potential points of contention

  • Vague scope: The bill doesn't specify which woody species are considered "harmful" or the criteria for determining harm, potentially leading to inconsistent interpretation
  • Resource requirements: Compiling a detailed statewide report requires data collection and analysis that may strain agency budgets without dedicated funding
  • Implementation details: The bill lacks clarity on reporting timeline, required content, responsible agencies, and whether recommendations for control measures are mandated

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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