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SB 1928

Water and water rights; removing certain meter use requirement; authorizing certain allocation; requiring certain certification. Effective date.

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Anthony Moore and 1 co-sponsor

SB 1928 removes Oklahoma water meter requirements and authorizes new allocations, potentially reducing compliance burdens while limiting usage tracking and oversight.

CR; Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Energy and Natural Resources Oversight Committee
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Bill Summary · SB 1928

Legislative bill overview

SB 1928 modifies Oklahoma's water rights regulations by removing certain meter use requirements and authorizing specific water allocations. The bill appears to streamline water management requirements, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the available information. This is an early-stage bill currently in committee review.

Why is this important

Water rights and allocation are critical issues in Oklahoma, affecting agriculture, industry, and municipal water supplies. Removing meter requirements could reduce compliance burdens on water users but may impact the state's ability to track and manage water consumption. Changes to water allocation authority could shift how resources are distributed among competing users during periods of scarcity.

Potential points of contention

  • Accountability and oversight: Removing meter requirements may reduce visibility into actual water usage, making it harder to enforce regulations or respond to shortages
  • Agricultural vs. municipal interests: Different stakeholder groups may benefit unequally from changes to allocation authority and requirements
  • Environmental impact: Less rigorous metering could affect environmental protections for streams, aquifers, and ecosystems dependent on adequate water levels

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

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