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HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES - FLOOR VERSION
STATE OF OKLAHOMA
2nd Session of the 60th Legislature (2026)
HOUSE
RESOLUTION 1053 By: Gann
AS INTRODUCED
A Resolution expressing formal opposition to the
proposed Inola Aluminum Smelter project; directing
distribution.
WHEREAS, The proposed Inola aluminum smelter would constitute
one of the largest industrial developments ever proposed in this
region and is expected to create significant long-term impacts on
Oklahoma and neighboring states; and
WHEREAS, This project raises substantial concerns regarding
potential emissions of fluorides, particulate matter, sulfur
dioxide, nitrogen oxides, and other smelting-related byproducts that
may affect public health, property use, agriculture, and quality of
life; and
WHEREAS, Local government has a duty to exercise caution before
supporting any project that may create long-term burdens on roads,
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bridges, fire protection, emergency medical response, land use,
agriculture, water resources, and residential growth patterns.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
OF THE 2ND SESSION OF THE 60TH OKLAHOMA LEGISLATURE:
THAT the Oklahoma House of Representatives formally declares its
opposition to advancement of the proposed Inola aluminum smelter
project unless and until all environmental, agricultural,
infrastructure, public-safety, and fiscal concerns are independently
studied and publicly addressed to the satisfaction of affected local
communities.
THAT the Oklahoma House of Representatives further recommends
that no public support be endorsed unless all participating public
entities provide a complete public accounting of all incentives,
abatements, grants, TIF districts, state and federal subsidies, and
utility subsidies, associated with the project.
THAT copies of this resolution be distributed to the Governor
and the Oklahoma Department of Environmental Quality.
DIRECT TO CALENDAR.