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Transcript Highlights:
- It affects administrative claims by DEQ and the Office of Conservation.
- LDCFS here for information only, and so is Dustin Davis. ...Dustin Davis, our Secretary of Conservation
- and Energy.
- And then we've got Dustin Davidson with Conservation and Energy here for any information.
- We've got Dustin Davidson with Conservation and Energy here for any information, and Blake Carfield with
Keywords:
fishing gear, Oyster Bayou, shrimping, regulation, marine resources, HB621, Act 658, renewable energy, recycling, decommissioning, wind energy, solar power, solar facilities, wind turbines, energy infrastructure, end-of-life disposal, universal waste, recyclable materials, waste reduction, Department of Environmental Quality
Summary:
The Senate Committee on Natural Resources met on May 14 and approved the April 29 minutes. The committee first heard HB 1056, which authorizes transfer of certain state property in Natchitoches Parish tied to a former school building now considered dilapidated and a nuisance; it was reported favorably. HB 841, described as a landman code of conduct bill and expropriation-related measure, was voluntarily deferred so the sponsor could work on additional changes over the interim.
The committee then took up HB 804, the Louisiana Energy Protection Act, which would bar future lawsuits seeking climate-change damages against fossil fuel companies and other entities. Supporters said it would prevent speculative climate litigation while preserving legitimate claims for permit violations and other existing statutory causes of action. Opponents from coastal litigation and the Sierra Club argued the bill was drafted too broadly and could affect legacy cases, property rights, and regulatory enforcement; the committee adopted Amendment 3875 to grandfather existing filed cases and make the bill effective upon gubernatorial signature, then reported the bill favorably as amended.
HB 621, requiring recycling of decommissioned renewable energy infrastructure and updating the state’s waste framework for modern energy components, was reported favorably. HB 637, which revises oil field site restoration fees and lowers rates for marginal, stripper, low-pressure, and incapable wells, was also reported favorably. Finally, SB 480, as amended, allowed boats to anchor in Oyster Bayou so long as they are not within an oyster lease and someone remains on board; the committee adopted the amendment and reported the bill favorably before adjourning.
LA
Transcript Highlights:
- It affects administrative claims by DEQ and the Office of Conservation.
- LDCFS here for information only, and so is Dustin Davison, our Secretary of Conservation and Energy.
- And then we've got Dustin Davidson with Conservation and Energy here for any information.
- We've got Dustin Davidson with Conservation and Energy here for any information, and Blake Carfield with
- between the oyster lease and the bank, and I think that kind of takes care of everybody.
Keywords:
fishing gear, Oyster Bayou, shrimping, regulation, marine resources, HB621, Act 658, renewable energy, recycling, decommissioning, wind energy, solar power, solar facilities, wind turbines, energy infrastructure, end-of-life disposal, universal waste, recyclable materials, waste reduction, Department of Environmental Quality
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Conference Committee on Rules Apr 22nd, 2026
Conference Committee on Rules
Transcript Highlights:
- House Bill 2115 is a bill having to do with moving some programs from one agency to another, and I move
- adoption. ...from one agency to another, and I move adoption.
- Okay, if not, I'll take personal privilege here to, since this is my first, last, and only opportunity
Bills:
HB2115
Keywords:
public assistance, Department of Human Services, federal funds, community services, energy conservation, poverty reduction
Summary:
The committee considered House Bill 2115, which was described as a measure to move certain programs from one agency to another. Chairman Osborne presented the bill and moved adoption, then yielded for questions. No substantive questions or debate were recorded.
A motion for a due pass recommendation was made and seconded, and the committee proceeded without further discussion. The chair then indicated the bill would be opened for signatures.
With no additional business, the meeting adjourned. Before adjournment, the chair offered brief personal remarks thanking Mike and noting it was his first, last, and only opportunity to chair the committee.
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- What it does is merge multiple versions of the statute and repeals duplicative sections.
- It merges multiple versions of the statute and repeals duplicative sections.
- over to our side of the hall, and it just It messes everything up and makes the next duplicate sections
- Their commission is through the commissioner of public safety with the recommendation and consent of
- the Senate pro tem and the speaker of the house.
Bills:
HB2115
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- OK, if not, I'll take personal privilege here to since this is my first last and Only opportunity to
KY
Kentucky 2026 Regular Session
Tobacco Settlement Agreement Fund Oversight Committee. (2-23-26)
Transcript Highlights:
- Up next is our Soil and Water Conservation, Energy, and Environment Cabinet.
- </c> conservation, energy, and environment conservation, energy, and environment cabinet.
- And then at the beginning of the next year, 2024, our Soil and Water Conservation Commission approves
- of farm safety and rural health, Department of Agriculture; and Brandon Reid, executive director, Kentucky
- And, of course, the Department of Agriculture collects that fund, and then that money also goes out to
Keywords:
Meeting Start 00:00:00
Attendance Roll Call 00:00:07
Chair Comments 00:00:36
Approval of Minutes 00:04:01
Volunteers of America 00:04:21
Soil and Water Conservation/Energy and Environment Cabinet 00:14:52
Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy/Justice & Public Safety Cabinet 00:21:05
Kentucky Department of Agriculture 00:26:01
Early Childhood Advisory Council 00:45:18, 958, all
Summary:
The Tobacco Settlement Agreement Fund Oversight Committee met to review how tobacco settlement dollars are being used and to press recipients for detailed information on total funding, administrative versus program spending, and measurable outcomes. The chair emphasized that the committee was not there for general program overviews, but to assess return on investment and whether each program should continue to receive tobacco settlement support. The committee approved the minutes from its December 22, 2025 meeting and then heard presentations from several agencies and organizations.
Volunteers of America Mid-States described its southeastern Kentucky restorative justice program, which uses an evidence-based New Zealand model for juvenile cases in nine counties. The group reported tobacco settlement funding of $516,000 in FY24 and $233,500 in FY25, representing about 17% and then about 5% of the program budget, respectively. It said the funding helped expand the program from 13 cases in 2021 to 180 youth served, and cited an independent evaluation showing recidivism of 24.5% compared with 40.4% in AOC data, along with a cost of a little under $20 per day versus detention and other placements. Some members questioned whether the program fit the tobacco settlement funding categories and suggested it might be better supported through other justice-related funding sources.
The Energy and Environment Cabinet’s Division of Conservation explained that tobacco funds support $1 million in direct aid to conservation districts and $2 million in cost-share projects for farmers, with 5% of the cost-share appropriation allowed for administration, or about $100,000 in FY26. Officials said the direct-aid line was moved into tobacco funding in 2019, reducing money available for farmer cost-share, and described a multi-year project approval and reallocation process. Senator Webb asked for a more specific breakdown of the $850,000 direct-aid amount, and the cabinet said it would provide that information.
The Kentucky Office of Drug Control Policy reported that in FY24 it expended just under $30 million across tobacco funds, general funds, restricted funds, and a one-time federal grant, with less than 2% used for administration. Officials said most tobacco settlement money goes to Kentucky ASAP local boards in all 120 counties, supporting prevention, treatment, and some law enforcement work. The Department of Agriculture then began its presentation, describing strategic investments, loan programs, county funding, administrative costs, and a reported return of about $2.30 for every dollar spent, but the transcript cuts off before that presentation was completed.
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- We're going to go ahead and call this meeting of the Energy Finance and Policy Committee to order.
- So I'll go ahead and move that the bill be re-referred to the Committee on Ways and Means.
- The ayes have it, and the amendment is adopted.
- the staff and committee members for their participation.
- On both sides of the aisle, both Republicans and Democrats, the challenge in the refinement of bills
Bills:
HF2442
Keywords:
climate finance, energy finance, renewable development account, RDA, weatherization, preweatherization, low-income housing, energy efficiency, clean energy, solar incentive, Made in Minnesota, community solar gardens, transportation electrification, electric vehicles, grid-enhancing technologies, microgrid, University of St. Thomas, Public Utilities Commission, Department of Commerce, petroleum tank fund
MN
Minnesota 2025-2026 Regular Session
House Energy Finance and Policy Committee 4/10/25
Energy Finance and Policy
Transcript Highlights:
- We're going to go ahead and call this meeting of the Energy Finance and Policy Committee to order.
- a minute and just make sure to thank all of the staff and actually committee members too for their participation
- Uh both Republicans and of the aisle.
- <c> of</c><00:03:54.879><c> bills</c><00:03:55.200><c> and</c><00:03:55.360><c> and</c> and the refinement
- of bills and and and the refinement of bills and and having<00:03:56.000><c> those</c><00:03:56.239>
Bills:
HF2442
Keywords:
climate finance, energy finance, renewable development account, RDA, weatherization, preweatherization, low-income housing, energy efficiency, clean energy, solar incentive, Made in Minnesota, community solar gardens, transportation electrification, electric vehicles, grid-enhancing technologies, microgrid, University of St. Thomas, Public Utilities Commission, Department of Commerce, petroleum tank fund
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- I'm just kind of wanting to know what you foresee in water conservation and renewables like solar and
- We're constant as far as water conservation and soil conservation.
- or if they went in And replaced old lines and put in 260 miles of it.
- Chairman, and members of the committee.
- and energy storage.
Keywords:
electric utilities, grid congestion, transmission technology, advanced power flow controllers, dynamic line rating, energy efficiency, rural water service, district organization, emergency legislation, Oklahoma, water management, state vehicles, state-owned vehicles, state-leased vehicles, motor vehicle use, commuting use, personal use, fleet management, Corporation Commission, field inspectors
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- And I'm sure it looks like you stay on top of all new technologies and innovation.
- And some of the numbers I have looked at just for the state of Oklahoma, because of the congestion, it's
- Because every acre of land has a mineral right owner, energy producer, and the surface right ag producer
- Because every acre of land has a mineral right owner, energy producer, and the surface right ag producer
- and energy storage.
Keywords:
electric utilities, grid congestion, transmission technology, advanced power flow controllers, dynamic line rating, energy efficiency, rural water service, district organization, emergency legislation, Oklahoma, water management, state vehicles, state-owned vehicles, state-leased vehicles, motor vehicle use, commuting use, personal use, fleet management, Corporation Commission, field inspectors
Summary:
The committee first considered the nomination of Russell Isaacs to the Oklahoma Water Resources Board. Isaacs described his farming background and experience with cotton, corn, sorghum, and wheat, and said he regularly tests conservation technologies on his farm. Senators discussed his water-conservation experience and the value he could bring to the board. The nomination received 10 ayes and 0 nays and was advanced to the full Senate floor.
Members then took up House Bill 3183, dealing with smart transmission technology and electric grid efficiency. Senator Murdoch explained that the bill had been difficult to negotiate and that the enacting clause was stricken so work could continue on a committee substitute. He said the technology would allow existing transmission towers to carry lighter, more efficient lines, reduce wildfire risk, and potentially lower long-term rates by easing congestion. Senators asked about costs, who pays, and whether ratepayers or large load users would bear the burden; an amendment changed language from “customer funded” to “large load user funded.” The committee adopted the amendment and then passed the bill 7 ayes to 3 nays.
The committee also advanced several nominations and bills related to environmental and energy policy. Steve Mason was confirmed to the Environmental Quality Board by an 8-0 vote. House Bill 4316, which removes an old deadline that prevented nonprofit corporations from converting into water districts and accessing grant funding, passed 8-0. House Bill 4484, allowing discretionary use of state-owned or state-leased vehicles between employees’ homes and workplaces to save mileage costs, passed 9-0. House Bill 3464 created a statewide framework for energy storage and solar facilities; a motion to table an amendment failed, and the bill passed 10-0 after debate over landowner protections, decommissioning, fire safety, and dual-use agricultural concerns.
The committee then passed House Bill 3173, the Well-Repurposing Act, 10-0, to allow orphaned and abandoned wells to be repurposed for geothermal and energy storage uses, with discussion about surface-owner rights and possible tweaks to the geothermal temperature definition. House Bill 3469, a measure easing surety requirements for smaller producers by allowing a stair-stepped compliance schedule, passed 9-0. Finally, House Bill 3989 was amended for drafting corrections and then passed 9-0; it relates to the one-megawatt load standard and uses actual load over a two-year period rather than plate load. The chair ended the meeting by thanking members and staff and adjourning the committee.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Agriculture and Wildlife Feb 23rd, 2026 at 10:00 am
Agriculture and Wildlife
Transcript Highlights:
- Jan Lee Ott with the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry. Thank you, Mr.
- And Ja Le was pointing out to me That I think it's the Department of Health and Human Services FDA because
- FDA falls under the Department of Health and Human Services.
- We have a responsibility to the Department of Ag. And I'm asking for a yes vote.
- And again, the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry, was responsible for them.
Keywords:
poultry, agriculture, out-of-state processing, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, regulation, food safety, elk population, wildlife management, Oklahoma State University, veterinary medicine, ecosystem health, habitat assessment, milk, dairy, dairy farm, milk products, Grade A milk, pasteurization, raw milk, milk inspection
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Transcript Highlights:
- Chair, Jay and Lee Rowlett with the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry.
- of Health and Human Services, FDA, because FDA falls under the Department of Health and Human Services
- They bring those samples to the Department of Ag laboratory, and then those samples are run.
- We have a responsibility to the Department of Ag. And I'm asking for a yes vote.
- And again, the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry was responsible for them.
Keywords:
poultry, agriculture, out-of-state processing, Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, regulation, food safety, elk population, wildlife management, Oklahoma State University, veterinary medicine, ecosystem health, habitat assessment, milk, dairy, dairy farm, milk products, Grade A milk, pasteurization, raw milk, milk inspection
Summary:
The committee first considered Senate Bill 2122, which would give the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food and Forestry more flexibility to allow out-of-state poultry processing when in-state processing is unavailable. Supporters said the bill would help poultry producers who face short processing windows and lack sufficient in-state capacity, while opponents raised questions about food safety and environmental standards. The bill passed 13-0.
The committee then took up Senate Bill 330, as amended, to help the Oklahoma State Veterinary School Committee study and support the state’s growing elk herd in western Oklahoma. An amendment updated dates and removed a fiscal section, and the bill passed 11-2. Senate Bill 271 followed, updating dairy regulation authority from milk from cows and goats to milk from all hoofed mammals and increasing the milk production fee from one cent to two cents per hundredweight. The Department of Agriculture said the change was needed to preserve Grade A status, maintain interstate milk shipping, and cover program costs without subsidizing the dairy program from poultry fees. After extensive debate over fees, federal pressure, raw milk safety, and state sovereignty, the bill passed 8-7.
Later, the committee approved Senate Bill 2169, which creates a framework for managing invasive woody species and cedar removal on state lands to improve forage, reduce wildfire risk, conserve water, and increase school land revenues; it passed 12-1. Senate Bill 269, addressing baiting in migratory bird hunting and related penalties for guides, also passed 12-1. Senate Bill 2095, setting fees and fines for hunting guides and outfitters, passed 12-1 after questions about misdemeanor versus felony penalties. Finally, Senate Bill 2157, creating a Southeast Scenic Rivers framework, passed 8-5 after testimony that it would protect water resources and avoid federal scenic river designation, while critics argued it could expand government and affect property and agricultural rights.
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Alabama 2026 Regular Session
Alabama Senate Transportation and Energy Committee Jan 22nd, 2026
Transportation and Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- of having alternative energy.
- of having alternative energy.
- of having alternative energy.
- and Monroe County there's lots of wells that have been uh there hundreds of them in fact and many of
- and Monroe County there's lots of wells that have been uh there hundreds of them in fact and many of
Keywords:
business taxes, annual reports, Alabama Tax Tribunal, tax appeals, local government, SB174, alternative energy, alternative energy wells, alternative energy facility, geothermal, geothermal energy, subsurface energy, energy storage, energy capture, energy generation, hydropower, solar energy, oil and gas well conversion, well conversion, plugging and abandonment
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Administrative Rules REVISED: Links Added Apr 28th, 2026
Administrative Rules
Transcript Highlights:
- H.J.R. 1092 is one of the items that we pulled out of the business and commerce.
- We pulled it out of the business and commerce.
- The amendment essentially pulls out one of the rules of one of our committee members, and I don't know
- We'll address all of that and try and talk through concerns and worries that you guys might have.
- We'll address all of that and try to talk through concerns and worries that you guys might have.
Keywords:
administrative rules, rule approval, joint resolution, Oklahoma Register, Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry, Corporation Commission, Department of Environmental Quality, Liquified Petroleum Gas Board, water resources, wildlife conservation, tourism, zoning commission, energy regulation, agricultural regulation, agency rules, permanent rules, state agencies, Oklahoma Legislature, business and commerce, professional licensing
Summary:
The committee took up several joint resolutions dealing with agency rules. H.J.R. 1090, approving energy- and agriculture-related agency rules, was adopted and passed 10-0. H.J.R. 1091, covering business and commerce rules, was also adopted and passed 10-0. H.J.R. 1092, which had been split out from the business and commerce packet because of a reported $10 million cost impact on one business, was adopted after discussions with regulators about delaying remodeling requirements and addressing safety concerns; it passed unanimously. H.J.R. 1093, approving health-related agency rules, passed 11-0, with some Oklahoma Health Care Authority major rules noted as being handled separately in the Senate.
The committee then discussed H.C.R. 1094, a major rule from the Long-Range Capital Planning Commission. Members raised concerns that the agency’s rule impact statement contained errors, incorrect notice and hearing information, and an incomplete economic analysis. After debate over whether the resolution could be amended or had to be accepted or rejected as a whole, the committee voted 11-0 that it did not pass. The committee then considered H.J.R. 1095 with an amendment to specifically disapprove a proposed permanent rule change by the Long-Range Capital Planning Commission that would have allowed the commission to ignore its own rules in the “best interest of the state.” The amendment was adopted 11-1, and the resolution as amended passed.
At the end of the meeting, the chair thanked members and staff for their work and said the committee would try to move the resolutions to the floor on Thursday, with another meeting likely needed to address additional major rules coming from the Senate. A committee member also suggested a brief educational review of a prior procedural issue at a future meeting, and the chair agreed to discuss broader concerns about the administrative rules process in a later wrap-up.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Energy and Natural Resources Oversight Apr 13th, 2026 at 03:00 pm
Energy
Transcript Highlights:
- energy, abundant growth, and job creation, and clear rules instead of courtroom policymaking.
- humanely deal with those animals and properly provides for the Department of Agriculture to set up allies
- I'm just trying to get out of health and human services and into energy here.
- And brought it all, and they struck out all of them, including the out-of-state.
- This program, the Oklahoma Department of Agriculture and Forestry, brings in additional money from some
Bills:
SB3, SB1346, SB1509, SB1928, SB2028, SB2071, SB2110, SB2117, SB2127, SB2134, SB259, SB1191, SB1246, SB1314, SB1439, SB1613, SB1930, SB1976, SB330, SB2069, SB2095, SB3, SB1346, SB1509, SB1928, SB2028, SB2071, SB2110, SB2117, SB2127, SB2134, SB259, SB1191, SB1246, SB1314, SB1439, SB1613, SB1930, SB1976, SB330, SB2069, SB2095
Keywords:
industrial hemp, program licensing, agriculture, cannabinoids, state regulation, water infrastructure, wastewater, investment program, loans, local government, SB1509, groundwater, water wells, well spacing, water rights, Oklahoma Water Resources Board, OWRB, basin, subbasin, maximum annual yield
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Energy and Natural Resources Oversight Apr 13th, 2026
Energy and Natural Resources Oversight
Transcript Highlights:
- , affordable energy, abundant growth, and job creation, and clear rules instead of courtroom policymaking
- humanely deal with those animals, and properly provides for the Department of Agriculture to set up
- And like you said, this is just going to establish with the Department of Ag some proper procedures,
- I'm just trying to get out of Health and Human Services and Energy here.
- The Oklahoma Department of Agriculture and Forestry brings in additional money from some of their other
Bills:
SB3, SB1346, SB1509, SB1928, SB2028, SB2071, SB2110, SB2117, SB2127, SB2134, SB259, SB1191, SB1246, SB1314, SB1439, SB1613, SB1930, SB1976, SB330, SB2069, SB2095
Keywords:
industrial hemp, program licensing, agriculture, cannabinoids, state regulation, water infrastructure, wastewater, investment program, loans, local government, SB1509, groundwater, water wells, well spacing, water rights, Oklahoma Water Resources Board, OWRB, basin, subbasin, maximum annual yield
Summary:
The committee took up a long agenda of agriculture, water, energy, wildlife, and licensing bills, often adopting policy committee recommendations or full committee substitutes as working drafts before hearing brief explanations and questions. Several measures were described as request bills from agencies or industry groups, including bills on hemp/THC limits, groundwater and aquifer management, brine water use, dairy and milk regulation, livestock transport accidents, unpasteurized milk sales, egg sales, outfitter licensing, LP gas, DEQ permitting, and an elk population study. Members raised recurring concerns about water rights, landowner protections, enforcement authority, and whether certain bills would affect private property or due process.
Among the more debated items was SB 3, which narrows Oklahoma’s hemp definition to align with the federal standard and was framed by the author as a way to keep intoxicating hemp products away from children; it passed 14-0. SB 1439, which would limit certain climate-related lawsuits against energy producers, drew constitutional and due process questions and passed 10-4. SB 1930 on brine water and iodine production passed 14-0 after discussion of landowner compensation, and SB 259 on aquifer management and five-year averaging for permitted water users passed 8-6 after extensive questions about metering and water allotments. Other water-related bills included SB 1346 creating a water infrastructure loan program, SB 1509 on well spacing, and SB 1314 increasing an indemnity fund cap for well-drilling contamination incidents.
The committee also advanced SB 2117 clarifying authority for stop-sale or destruction orders, SB 2127 creating an advisory council on product classification, SB 1191 dissolving an unused low-energy/low-carbon board, SB 2110 expanding direct sales of ungraded eggs, SB 2134 setting procedures for livestock transport accidents, SB 2028 authorizing unpasteurized milk sales with a higher monthly gallon limit, SB 269 prohibiting baiting for migratory birds, SB 2095 requiring certain out-of-state outfitters to be licensed and insured, SB 1613 as an LP gas industry mirror bill, SB 1246 to speed DEQ permitting, SB 1976 phasing in surety bond requirements, and SB 330 directing a comprehensive elk study. Most bills were reported out do pass, with recorded votes ranging from unanimous to divided, and the meeting adjourned after the final bill.
OK
Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session
Administrative Rules REVISED: Links Added Apr 28th, 2026 at 09:00 am
Administrative Rules
Transcript Highlights:
- HTR1092 is one of the items that we pulled out of the business and commerce.
- With a vote of 11 nay, it does not pass, and we'll fail.
- The amendment is essentially pulling out one of the rules of one of our committee members, and I don't
- It had no provision for what the standard of best interests of the state, and then they would then be
- We'll address all of that and try and talk through concerns and worries that you guys might have.
Keywords:
administrative rules, rule approval, joint resolution, Oklahoma Register, Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry, Corporation Commission, Department of Environmental Quality, Liquified Petroleum Gas Board, water resources, wildlife conservation, tourism, zoning commission, energy regulation, agricultural regulation, agency rules, permanent rules, state agencies, Oklahoma Legislature, business and commerce, professional licensing
MN
Transcript Highlights:
- [Music] Chair called to order this meeting of the Ways and Means Committee.
- Our first item of business, however, is approval of our minutes from April 30.
- Chair, and I move the approval of the minutes.
- So all those in favor of my motion say aye. Opposed? Motion prevails.
- </c> there's a matter, you know, for those of there's a matter, you know, for those of you<00:02:19.680
Keywords:
economic development, small business, workforce training, grants, entrepreneurship, equity, community support, labor market, employment, funding, data analysis, climate finance, energy finance, renewable development account, RDA, weatherization, preweatherization, low-income housing, energy efficiency, clean energy
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- SB2069 prohibits the taking of migratory birds through baiting.
- They would not be required to have a license unless they are out of state.
- Now, some people feel like this does not protect some of our landowners.
- Keep in mind, it's coming from the waterfowl Waterfowl conservation, do we have any idea what type of
- You said that the out-of-state is higher. It's $1,000, and then $2,000 for out-of-state. Thank you.
Keywords:
elk population, wildlife management, Oklahoma State University, veterinary medicine, ecosystem health, habitat assessment, advanced nuclear energy, nuclear power, small modular reactor, SMR, microreactor, generation III+, generation IV, nuclear reactor, nuclear permitting, nuclear licensing, Oklahoma Corporation Commission, OCC, Oklahoma Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, Oklahoma Advanced Nuclear Development Revolving Fund
OK
Transcript Highlights:
- SB 269 prohibits the taking of migratory birds through baiting.
- With a vote of six aye, zero nay, we declare your bill do pass. Vote of 6, I-0-nay.
- Now, some people feel like this does not protect some of our landowners.
- Waterfowl Conservation. Follow up. Do we have any idea what type of fees we're going to put on?
- You said that the out of state is higher? It's 1,000 and then 2,000 for out of state.
Keywords:
elk population, wildlife management, Oklahoma State University, veterinary medicine, ecosystem health, habitat assessment, advanced nuclear energy, nuclear power, small modular reactor, SMR, microreactor, generation III+, generation IV, nuclear reactor, nuclear permitting, nuclear licensing, Oklahoma Corporation Commission, OCC, Oklahoma Advanced Nuclear Energy Office, Oklahoma Advanced Nuclear Development Revolving Fund
Summary:
The Wildlife Committee considered and advanced two Senate bills. Pro Tem Moore presented SB 330, described as an elk population study bill related to the Northwest Zone and a mirror of a House measure. After brief discussion, the committee voted 7-0 to do pass the bill.
Representative Townley then presented SB 269, which would prohibit taking migratory birds through baiting and align Oklahoma law with federal law. The committee asked no substantive questions and voted 6-0 to do pass.
Townley also presented SB 2095, which sets fees and fines for hunting guides, with higher fees for nonresidents and a licensing exemption for certain helpers. He said the bill was intended to protect landowners and hunters and support Oklahoma’s reputation as a hunting destination. Members asked about the scope and fee amounts, and were told the fees would be $1,000 for residents and $2,000 for nonresidents. The committee voted 6-0 to do pass. The chair then noted this would likely be the final meeting of the year.