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OK SB191
Bill
Status
5/20/2013
Primary Sponsor
Michael Jackson
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AI Summary
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Amends 52 O.S. 2011, Section 318.3 regarding oil and gas operators' notice requirements to surface owners before drilling.
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Changes notice delivery method from certified mail only to any method allowed under Oklahoma Statute Title 12, Section 2004, paragraphs 1 and 2 for serving summons in civil actions (personal delivery or mail).
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Requires operators and surface owners to enter into good faith negotiations within 5 days of notice delivery or service to determine surface damages.
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Permits constructive notice through appraisal proceedings if operator cannot locate surface owner after reasonable diligence search.
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Declares an emergency effective upon passage and approval.
Legislative Description
Oil and gas; modifying notice delivery process for negotiation of surface damages. Emergency.
Property
Last Action
Approved by Governor 05/20/2013
5/20/2013