oil and gas commission; helium
What changed between versions
Changed the article heading from 'Production and Conservation' to 'Oil and Gas Conservation Commission' to better reflect the commission's purpose.
Updated the definition of 'Well' to include various drilling and injection holes used for hydrocarbon exploration, storage, or pressure maintenance.
Established a new 'Oil and Gas Conservation Commission Fund' (section 27-528) to receive legislative appropriations and collected fees, exempt from standard appropriation lapse rules.
Added helium exploration, water injection wells, and production wells to the list of facilities exempt from aquifer protection permit requirements.
Adjusted drilling permit fees to $25 per well and established a $50 fee for requesting hearings, with reimbursement mechanisms for actual costs.
Clarified enforcement procedures allowing the commission to seek injunctions without bond and specifying civil penalties for violations.