This bill amends the definition of "military surplus vehicle" in Oklahoma law, specifically updating the criteria for such vehicles. The new definition specifies that a military surplus vehicle must have three axles or fewer, meet legal size and weight limits, and be manufactured for use in the U.S. Armed Forces or NATO countries. Additionally, the bill removes the previous age restriction of being less than thirty-five years old and instead states that the vehicle must have been authorized for civilian sale. It also requires that these vehicles have safety belts and necessary equipment as outlined in the relevant statutes.
Furthermore, the bill mandates that all military surplus vehicles operated on Oklahoma streets and highways must be registered by November 1, 2025. It includes a provision that exempts military surplus vehicles from fines if they were unable to be tagged due to the previous age restriction. The effective date for these changes is set for November 1, 2025.