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OHP to Cut Daily Miles

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The cash-strapped Oklahoma Highway Patrol, to save money, is limiting daily driving by Troopers. Starting this week, OHP officers can drive no more than 100 miles per day. OHP Trooper Dwight Durant says in Tulsa County they’ll still be able to patrol during heavy traffic times, but after that daily operations will likely be impacted.

Durant says troopers will remain focused on public safety, and there will be some leeway in emergency situations. A hiring freeze is already implemented at the Patrol, and Trooper furloughs are being considered.