Water and water rights; establishing procedures for permitting, monitoring, and reporting of groundwater use. Effective date.

Summary

The bill revises Oklahoma water law to require annual use reports, mandatory metering on many wells, and licensing for commercial drillers and pump installers. It gives the Oklahoma Water Resources Board authority to inspect wells, investigate waste complaints, impose fines and collect fees, while establishing a fund and advisory council to support enforcement. The changes aim to improve groundwater monitoring, prevent waste and protect water quality.

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