High Voltage Electric Transmission Act
Applications for Certificate of Authority
House Bill 2756 created the High Voltage Electric Transmission Facility Act (the “Act”), which took effect on May 29, 2025, and is now codified at 17 O.S. §§ 850 – 851.
The Act requires transmission developers to file an application to obtain a certificate of authority from the Corporation Commission for each electric transmission facility prior to commencing such facilities.
Applications for certificates of authority must comply with the Corporation Commission’s Chapter 5 Rules of Practice, which can be accessed here: Chapter 5 Rules effective 10/01/2024. See specifically OAC 165:5-7-1 for guidance in preparing applications.
The Corporation Commission utilizes an Electronic Case Filing system (“ECF”) for filing of documents on Commission dockets. To file electronically, you must complete the ECF system registration. Instructions for registering and payment of filing fees can be found in the ECF User Manual on the Corporation Commission’s website at: ECF User Manual.
For any additional electronic filing assistance, you may contact the office of the Corporation Commission’s Court Clerk at CourtClerk@occ.ok.gov.
Please note that any specific references to rules or statutes are intended only to assist and are not an exhaustive listing. Applicants are encouraged to review all rules and statutes, whether or not listed above, that may be applicable to their circumstances.
