This bill amends Section 1012 of Title 64 of the Oklahoma Statutes, which pertains to the fees charged by the Commissioners of the Land Office. The key change introduced by the bill is the prohibition of charging lessees any fees that exceed the amounts included in the originally accepted bid, regardless of any improvements made to the leased lands. This aims to protect lessees from unexpected fee increases and ensures that the fees remain consistent with the initial agreement.
Additionally, the bill maintains the authority of the Commissioners to establish a schedule of fees through formal resolutions, while also exempting them from certain administrative procedures related to these resolutions. The effective date for this legislation is set for November 1, 2025.