Oklahoma lawmakers are expressing their concern after the Oklahoma Highway Patrol announced it will no longer provide law enforcement coverage on interstate highways in Tulsa and Oklahoma City.

Last week, O-H-P announced that, starting on November 1, enforcement in the state's two largest metro areas would be left to local law enforcement agencies. The law enforcement agency cited the need to refocus resources on areas with a smaller police presence that show a greater need for law enforcement efforts. State lawmakers say plans are underway to examine state statutes regarding the Patrol's areas of responsibility and whether the Department of Public Safety has exceeded its authority in redistributing Patrol resources.

O-H-P has been responsible for patrolling state roads and highways since 1937. In addition to enforcing laws, troopers respond to accidents and natural disasters, as well as assisting motorists in need of help. Local police departments have traditionally responded to incidents located in their own municipalities.