The Kiamichi River in Southeast Oklahoma is drawing more attention in the legislature—especially in light of the hydroelectric power project proposed by a Texas firm.
Reps. Eddy Dempsey, R-Valliant, and Justin Humphrey, R-Lane, will hold an interim study next week on the Kiamichi River in Southeast Oklahoma before the House and Natural Resources Committee.
Humphrey said the study is being conducted to address Southeastern Oklahoma citizens who have expressed serious concerns about a hydro-energy plant being proposed at the Kiamichi River.
“Southeast Oklahoma Power Corporation (SEOPC) is alleged to have threatened over 500 landowners with eminent domain and plans to remove these landowners to complete their project,” Humphrey said. “The study will review potential effects of this project on the river, wildlife and the landowners.”
Speakers will include opponent Seth Willyard; Tye Baker and Ahndria Ablett, both with the Choctaw Nation; Zach Quintero with Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co., and Nels Rodefeld with the Oklahoma Department of Wildlife Conservation.
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Date: Wednesday, Oct. 30, 2024
Place: Room 206, State Capitol, 2300 N Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City