House Bill No. 2872, introduced by Staires, mandates that the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority must undertake specific actions before proposing any new turnpike or modifications to existing ones. Key requirements include providing notice to affected property owners, allowing a 30-day comment period for public input, and scheduling a hearing to consider oral arguments and data from interested parties. The Authority is also required to assess the potential impacts of the proposed turnpike on various property owners, businesses, and consumer groups, and may modify proposals if adverse effects are identified. Additionally, the Authority must provide an electronic copy of the proposed turnpike map to key state officials.

The bill stipulates that the notice to affected parties must include a summary of the turnpike, the proposed actions, the legal authority for the project, and the expected effects on businesses, among other details. It emphasizes that all actions taken by the Authority must comply substantially with these requirements, and any violations could render the actions null and void. Affected individuals or entities are granted standing to seek legal relief for violations, with provisions for court costs and attorney fees in successful cases. The Authority is also tasked with promulgating rules to implement these provisions, with the act set to take effect on November 1, 2025.