ENGROSSEDHB1822 FA1 KaneJo-CC 3/17/2025 3:52:26 pm FLOOR AMENDMENT HOUSE BILLOF NO.REPRESENTATIVES State of Oklahoma SPEAKER:

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Wilk,I Newton,move andto Archeramend ofHB1822 theOf House and Murdock of the Senateprinted 6Bill [Page transportationSection -Lines OklahomaOf Departmentthe ofEngrossed TransportationBill –By programstriking –the codificationTitle. - effective date ] BE IT ENACTED BY THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF OKLAHOMA:

SECTIONAMEND 1.TITLE TO CONFORM TO AMENDMENTS Amendment submitted by:

NEWJohn LAWKane AAdopted: new section of law to be codified in the Oklahoma Statutes as Section 1239 of Title 69, unless there is created a duplication in numbering, reads as follows:

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As used in this section, the term "invasive woody species" means a tree or shrub species that is rapidly encroaching into adjoining lands and is likely to cause harm to the environment or economy.

Invasive woody species include, but are not limited to, Juniperus virginiana (Eastern Redcedar), Juniperus scopulorum (Rocky Mountain juniper), Juniperus monosperma (oneseed juniper) and Tamarix ramosissima (salt cedar).

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The Oklahoma Department of Transportation shall establish and implement a program for the systematic identification, removal, ENGR.

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1822 Page 1 and management of invasive woody species within rights-of-way under its jurisdiction.

The eradication program shall include the following components:

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Surveys to identify the presence and extent of invasive woody species;

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Development of a prioritized plan for eradication and control;

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Use of best management practices for removal, including methods that minimize harm to native vegetation and prevent soil erosion;

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Monitoring and follow-up measures to prevent reestablishment;

and 5.

Collaboration with local, state, and federal agencies, as well as nongovernmental organizations, to leverage expertise and resources.

SECTION 2.

This act shall become effective November 1, 2025.

Passed the House of Representatives the 17th day of March, 2025.

Presiding Officer of the House of Representatives Passed the Senate the _____ day of __________, 2025.

Presiding Officer of the Senate ENGR.

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