Now here are some Democrat-filed bills I think I would be fully on board with! The Legislature absolutely has to rein in the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority... or make them free like they were promised to be originally. (Paging Gary Richardson!)
OKLAHOMA CITY (Jan. 16th) – House Rep. Annie Menz, D-Norman, introduced two bills pertaining to Oklahoma toll roads.
“As Oklahomans, we have a Legislature of Representatives and Senators designed to best express and meet our concerns and needs. We work hard to maintain close relationships with our constituents and my constituents have been abundantly clear with me about their concerns and needs when it comes to turnpikes.” Menz said. “Oklahomans should not be kept out of the loop when Oklahoma Turnpike Authority wants to raise their tolls. Additionally, folks should be allowed to know the financial standing of something they are paying into. I believe that with my proposed legislation creating a bond debt ceiling for Oklahoma Turnpike Authority, and requiring legislative approval for toll increases, we would ensure Oklahoma taxpayers and turnpike users the kind of transparency that they deserve. Oklahomans should have a say in their toll increases and where their money is going, and these bills are a great start.”
