Oklahoma 2026 Regular Session Status: In Committee 2 R cosponsors

SB 1071 — Wildland fires; establishing provisions relating to wildland fire liability and wildland fire mitigation. Effective date.

Last action — Coauthored by Representative Strom (principal House author)

  1. ✓
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill is in committee in the Senate. Introduced February 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee vote, then a floor vote in the Senate.

Prognosis

Advancing 38% · moderate confidence

Where this bill stands today.

Odds of enactment

Low

How often bills like it became law.

  • In Committee

    Current position in the legislative process.

  • 2 sponsors

    2 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.

  • Single-party support

    Sponsorship is currently within one party (2 R).

  • Cleared a recorded vote

    Passed 1 recorded vote so far.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

43 added · 35 removed

Plain-language change summary

The recent amendments to Senate Bill 1071 include additional language that clarifies the definitions and terms related to wildland fires, as well as provisions for holding utilities accountable if their actions contribute to these fires. This change is important because it establishes clearer guidelines for liability and damages, which can help affected property owners seek compensation more effectively. Additionally, the amendments detail the creation of a Revolving Fund to support initiatives related to wildland fire management, further enhancing the state's preparedness and response capabilities in the face of wildfires.

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STATE OF OKLAHOMA 1st Session of the 60th Legislature (2025) COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE FOR SENATE BILL 1071 By:
SENATE FLOOR VERSION March 6, 2025 3 COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE FOR SENATE BILL NO.
Woods 6 COMMITTEE SUBSTITUTE An Act relating to wildland fires;
1071 By:
Woods 6 An Act relating to wildland fires;
Req.
SENATE FLOOR VERSION - SB1071 SFLR Page 1 (Bold face denotes Committee Amendments) SECTION 2.
No.
1780 Page 1 SECTION 2.
Req.
SENATE FLOOR VERSION - SB1071 SFLR Page 2 (Bold face denotes Committee Amendments) A.
No.
1780 Page 2 A.
the fair market value of the real property before the wildland fire, and Req.
the fair market value of the real property before the wildland fire, and SENATE FLOOR VERSION - SB1071 SFLR Page 3 (Bold face denotes Committee Amendments) b.
No.
1780 Page 3 b.
The Commission shall establish and may subsequently revise annual guidelines for the program including, but not limited to, Req.
The Commission shall establish and may subsequently revise annual guidelines for the program including, but not limited to, SENATE FLOOR VERSION - SB1071 SFLR Page 4 (Bold face denotes Committee Amendments) criteria for eligibility, application processes, incentive structures, cost-share opportunities, and program administration.
No.
1780 Page 4 criteria for eligibility, application processes, incentive structures, cost-share opportunities, and program administration.
The fund shall be a continuing fund, not subject to fiscal year limitations, and Req.
The fund shall be a continuing fund, not subject to fiscal year limitations, and SENATE FLOOR VERSION - SB1071 SFLR Page 5 (Bold face denotes Committee Amendments) shall consist of all monies received by the Commission from appropriations, grants, private donations, or other funding sources provided for the purpose of implementing the Wildland Fire Mitigation Program Act.
No.
1780 Page 5 shall consist of all monies received by the Commission from appropriations, grants, private donations, or other funding sources provided for the purpose of implementing the Wildland Fire Mitigation Program Act.
60-1-1780 RD 3/6/2025 12:04:00 PM Req.
COMMITTEE REPORT BY:
No.
COMMITTEE ON ENERGY March 6, 2025 - DO PASS AS AMENDED BY CS SENATE FLOOR VERSION - SB1071 SFLR Page 6 (Bold face denotes Committee Amendments)
1780 Page 6
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Amendments

1 amendment

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Action History

  1. Coauthored by Representative Strom (principal House author)

  2. Placed on General Order

  3. Reported Do Pass, amended by committee substitute Energy committee; CR filed

  4. Second Reading referred to Energy

  5. Authored by Senator Woods

  6. First Reading

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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2 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 149 not signed on

Sponsors (2)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (149)

149 members have not signed on to this bill.

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"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.

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Votes

Do Pass Amended Cs

Passed 11 Yea · 0 Nay
Party YeaNayPresentNot Voting
Democrat 2000
Republican 9000
Unaffiliated 0001
Total 11001
% of votes cast 92%0%0%8%
How each member voted (12)
Member Party Vote
AMD SB1071 PCS - ADOPTED (Request No: 1780) — Not Voting
Jo Anna Dossett Democrat Yea
Mary B. Boren Democrat Yea
Avery Frix Republican Yea
Casey Murdock Republican Yea
Dave Rader Republican Yea
Grant Green Republican Yea
Julie McIntosh Republican Yea
Kristen Thompson Republican Yea
Shane Jett Republican Yea
Spencer Kern Republican Yea
Tom Woods Republican Yea

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Subjects

public-safety environment
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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SB 1071?
SB 1071 is sponsored by Tom Woods (Republican) and Judd Strom (Republican).
What is the current status of SB 1071?
This bill is in committee in the Senate. Introduced February 03, 2025. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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