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HB 2979·OK·house

Motor vehicles; creating the Talyn Bain Act; requiring the Department of Transportation establish school zones on certain state highways upon request; effective date.

Signed into LawFiled Feb 2, 2026
Sponsor: Banning
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Approved by Governor 05/11/2026

May 12, 2026

Summary

The bill requires the Oklahoma Department of Transportation to establish a maximum 45‑mph school speed zone on state highway sections that meet specific criteria, such as being four lanes or having a posted speed of 65 mph or more and being within 150 yards of a school. Local jurisdictions must maintain the signage and equipment, and the reduced speed is enforceable when flashing beacons are active during school drop‑off/pick‑up times or other hours approved by the department. The act becomes effective on November 1, 2026.

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