Governor signs Senator Green’s ‘Behind the Meter’ Bill to Boost Economic Development

OKLAHOMA CITY — Sen. Grant Green, R-Wellston, commented today on Gov. Kevin Stitt's signing of critical “Behind the Meter” legislation that will increase economic development across the state. 

Stitt signed Senator Green’s Senate Bill 480 into law on Wednesday. This measure, which is expected to generate billions in new private-sector investment, empowers businesses to develop and manage their own power and electric facilities.

This legislation is designed to increase energy generation as the demand for electricity rises nationwide due to a growing number of large-scale manufacturing facilities, data centers and artificial intelligence processing centers. 

“This legislation puts Oklahoma on the forefront of energy innovation and economic competitiveness while ensuring we continue to support and respect the role of our longtime electric utilities,” Green said. “Senate Bill 480 sends a clear message that our state is ready to welcome major investment from companies looking to build, expand and lead in emerging fields. By giving businesses the flexibility to develop their own power infrastructure, we’re cutting red tape, relieving pressure on the electric grid and making Oklahoma more attractive to advanced manufacturers and AI-driven businesses. I was grateful to work with Representative Boles on this important legislation, and I appreciate the governor signing it into law.”

SB 480 passed both chambers unanimously. It will take effect July 1.

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For more information, contact: Sen. Grant Green at (405) 521-5547 or email Grant.Green@oksenate.gov