Turnpikes; requiring legislative approval for toll increases; prohibiting Legislature from approving certain toll increases. Effective date.

SB 975 requires the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) to obtain legislative approval via joint resolution before raising toll rates on any Oklahoma turnpike. It directly affects the OTA (which sets tolls) and turnpike users, as all future toll increases must be approved by the Legislature. The bill prohibits the Legislature from approving toll increases that offer more than a 10% discount to any specific group or class of drivers. This changes the current process by adding a mandatory legislative step for toll adjustments and banning targeted discounts. The bill takes effect November 1, 2025.