Senate Bill No. 80 establishes new requirements for the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority (OTA) regarding the proposal of new turnpikes or modifications to existing ones. The bill mandates that the OTA must provide notice to affected property owners and allow a 30-day comment period for public input before any proposal is made. Additionally, the OTA is required to hold a public hearing within 30 days after the comment period closes, where stakeholders can present their views. The bill emphasizes the need for the OTA to consider the potential impacts on various property owners, businesses, and consumer groups, and allows for modifications to proposals if adverse effects are identified.

Furthermore, the bill outlines specific information that must be included in the notice to the public, such as a summary of the turnpike, the legal authority for the proposal, and the expected effects on businesses. It also provides that any actions taken by the OTA that do not comply with these requirements may be rendered null and void, allowing affected parties to seek legal relief, including court costs and attorney fees if successful. The OTA is tasked with promulgating rules to implement these provisions, and the act is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.