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HB 3520

Utilities; relocation; notice to relocate; liquidated damages; enforcement; extension; effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by T.J. Marti

HB 3520 establishes Oklahoma utility relocation notice requirements, timelines, and liquidated damages provisions to streamline infrastructure project timelines while protecting utility companies.

Referred to Utilities
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Bill Summary · HB 3520

Legislative bill overview

HB 3520 addresses utility relocation procedures in Oklahoma, establishing requirements for notice to relocate and creating provisions for liquidated damages and enforcement mechanisms. The bill appears to modify existing utility relocation law to extend timelines or clarify processes, though specific provisions require the full text for complete analysis.

Why is this important

Utility relocation affects major infrastructure projects like road construction, pipeline installation, and development. Clear notice requirements and damage provisions protect both utility companies from rushed or improper relocations and project developers from indefinite delays. These rules directly impact project timelines and costs for public and private construction statewide.

Potential points of contention

  • Liquidated damages structure — Determining appropriate penalty amounts that incentivize compliance without being punitive or unaffordable for utilities or developers
  • Notice period length — Balance between giving utilities adequate time to safely relocate infrastructure versus preventing project delays and cost overruns
  • Enforcement mechanism — Whether enforcement rests with regulatory agencies, courts, or another entity, and what remedies are available to each party

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

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