Sec. 32.065. PERMITS FOR SURVEYS OR INVESTIGATIONS. If land other than public school land is not under a valid lease or committed to a contract for development, the board may issue a permit for a geological, geophysical, or other survey or investigation of that land that will encourage the development of the land for oil, gas, or other minerals. The permit may be issued for the consideration and under the terms and conditions the board considers to be in the best interest of the state.
Added by Acts 1985, 69th Leg., ch. 624, Sec. 18, eff. Sept. 1, 1985. Amended by Acts 1993, 73rd Leg., ch. 897, Sec. 5, eff. Sept. 1, 1993.
Structure Texas Statutes
Chapter 32 - School Land Board
Subchapter C. Powers and Duties
Section 32.061. Board's General Duties
Section 32.062. Adoption of Rules and Collection of Fees
Section 32.063. Duty to Advise Commissioner
Section 32.064. Survey or Subdivision of Land
Section 32.065. Permits for Surveys or Investigations