Sec. 141.077. LEASES AND PERMITS FOR GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES. (a) The board may grant permits and leases to state and federal institutions, organizations, or groups desiring to do exploratory or experimental research of geothermal energy and associated resource potentials.
(b) These permits and leases may be granted on land that belongs to the permanent school fund, excluding wildlife refuges and recreational areas.
(c) The permits and leases may be issued or granted for research or experimental purposes under rules and conditions the board determines to be in the best interest of the state.
(d) In granting these leases, the commissioner and board do not have to follow the procedures in this subchapter for leasing to the public.
Acts 1977, 65th Leg., p. 2643, ch. 871, art. I, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1977.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Geothermal Energy and Associated Resources
Chapter 141 - Geothermal Resources
Subchapter C. Powers and Duties of the Commissioner and Board
Section 141.071. General Authority of Commissioner
Section 141.072. Deposit of Fees
Section 141.073. Lease of Permanent School Fund Land
Section 141.074. Furnishing Lists of Land to Other Agencies
Section 141.075. Notice of Sale
Section 141.077. Leases and Permits for Governmental Agencies