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OK SB629

Bill

Status

Passed

5/18/2011

Primary Sponsor

Michael Jackson

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Origin

Senate

2011 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defines "pore space" as real property belonging to the surface landowner until separately transferred, clarifying that underground storage space ownership is tied to surface rights while preserving existing oil and gas ownership rights

  • Eliminates the Carbon Sequestration Advisory Committee and transfers its duties to the Oklahoma Conservation Commission, which may now consult with stakeholder groups and employ in-house attorneys

  • Expands the definition of "carbon sequestration practices" to include improved agricultural practices, forestry, underground CO2 injection in producing or abandoned wells, and other methods approved by the Commission

  • Authorizes the Oklahoma Conservation Commission to establish fees for the carbon sequestration certification program and issue certificates verifying carbon sequestration associated with approved practices

  • Directs the Oklahoma Geological Survey to assess publicly owned lands and minerals for carbon sequestration potential, including identifying suitable underground reservoirs and estimating CO2 storage capacity

Legislative Description

Carbon sequestration; modifying the Carbon Capture and Geological Sequestration Act.

Agriculture

Last Action

Approved by Governor 05/18/2011

5/18/2011

Committee Referrals

Energy and Utility Regulation3/21/2011
Energy2/8/2011

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