Oil and gas operations; requiring certain notice and submission of information; authorizing certain actions. Effective date.

Summary

The bill obligates operators to give surface rights owners at least 30 days’ written notice before the Oklahoma Corporation Commission considers any transfer of operator, lease, or well interest that affects their land. It also lets owners request due‑diligence documents, file petitions, and sue for damages, while prohibiting operators from retaliating against them. The measure aims to increase transparency and protect surface owners in oil and gas operations.

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