Governor Stitt Signs Bill To Increase Highway Speed Limits

Governor Kevin Stitt signed a bill into law increasing the speed limit on Oklahoma turnpikes.

Friday, April 19th 2019, 5:44 am

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Governor Stitt Signs Bill To Increase Highway Speed Limits

Governor Kevin Stitt signed a bill into law increasing the speed limit on Oklahoma turnpikes.

The speed limit on turnpikes across the state will go from 75 to 80.

On certain state highways from 70 to 75 miles per hour.

The state will gradually implement the new speed limits over time.

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