Bill Allowing Some Veterans Free Turnpike Travel Being Considered

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is working with lawmakers on a bill that would make turnpike travel free for veterans.<br/><br/>

Monday, February 25th 2019, 5:41 pm

By: News On 6

Bill Allowing Some Veterans Free Turnpike Travel Being Considered

The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority is working with lawmakers on a bill that would make turnpike travel free for veterans.

The bill would impact more than 56,000 veterans who are at least 60% disabled. The bill could cost the Turnpike Authority an estimated $3 million per year.

The house is now considering the measure after it was approved unanimously by the transportation committee.

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