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SB 263

Invasive species; expanding provisions of the Terry Peach Water Restoration Act. Effective date.

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

Oklahoma bill expanding invasive species control authority under water restoration law failed after House-Senate disagreements on scope and implementation details.

Died in conference
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Bill Summary · SB 263

Legislative bill overview

SB 263 expands the Terry Peach Water Restoration Act by broadening provisions related to invasive species management in Oklahoma's waterways. The bill died in conference committee on May 30, 2025, after the House and Senate could not reconcile differences in their respective versions.

Why is this important

Invasive aquatic species cause significant ecological and economic damage by disrupting native ecosystems, clogging water intake systems, and reducing recreational opportunities. Expanding restoration authority could improve water quality management and protect Oklahoma's natural resources, though the bill's ultimate scope remains unclear due to its failure to pass.

Potential points of contention

  • The specific scope of expanded invasive species management powers—broader authority could affect private property rights and water use regulations
  • Funding mechanisms and fiscal responsibility for expanded restoration efforts were likely contested between chambers
  • Jurisdictional questions between state agencies, local entities, and federal authorities in managing invasive species across waterways

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

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