Oklahoma § 17-850 - Definitions
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 17-850 — Definitions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 17-850. Definitions
As used in this act:
1. “Certificate of authority” means authorization for a
transmission developer to comply with the provisions of this act by
an order of the Corporation Commission through filing a case with an
application, notice, and hearing. The Commission shall establish a
unique and identifiable designation for the filing of such cases;
2. “Electric transmission facility” means a high-voltage
transmission line or high-voltage associated transmission facility
with a rating of greater than three hundred (300) kilovolts;
3. “FERC” means the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission;
4. “Transfer” means any sale, assignment, or change in
ownership of the electric transmission facility by a transmission
developer; and
5. “Transmission developer” means any person, firm,
corporation, or entity that develops, owns, operates, controls,
manages, or maintains an electric transmission facility within this
state and is licensed to do business in Oklahoma.
Added by Laws 2025, c. 385, § 2, emerg. eff. May 28, 2025.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 17-850
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 17-850 cover?
Section 17-850 ("Definitions") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Oklahoma § 17-850?
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Is this the official text of Oklahoma law?
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How does Oklahoma § 17-850 apply to my situation?
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