This bill mandates the establishment and maintenance of a pursuit alert system by the Department of Public Safety in Oklahoma. The system is designed to alert drivers about active police pursuits in their vicinity through various means, including real-time notifications sent to mobile phones and updates displayed on highway electronic message boards. The alerts will only be issued when a law enforcement agency confirms that an active pursuit poses a significant risk to the public, and the information provided will include details such as the vehicle's make, model, color, last known location, and direction of travel. The bill emphasizes the importance of minimizing driver distraction and ensuring safety during these notifications.
Additionally, the Department of Public Safety is granted the authority to create any necessary rules to implement the provisions of this new law. The bill is set to take effect on November 1, 2025.