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CA AB2711
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/20/2026
Primary Sponsor
Stan Ellis
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AI Summary
- Extends the review period for oil and gas drilling permit applications from 10 working days to 30 working days, after which failure to respond is automatically considered approval
- Requires the State Oil and Gas Supervisor or district deputy to provide a comprehensive written explanation when denying a notice of intention to commence drilling
- Clarifies that the 24-month deadline to commence operations starts from receipt of approval rather than receipt of the notice itself
- Applies to permits filed with the Geologic Energy Management Division for drilling, deepening, redrilling, plugging, or altering well casing
Legislative Description
Oil and gas: notice of intention.
Last Action
Referred to Com. on NAT. RES.
3/16/2026
Committee Referrals
Natural Resources3/16/2026
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