Section 3137.61 - Change in unit operators(a) To change unit operators, the new unit operator must submit to the BLM: (1) Statements that: (i) The new operator accepts unit obligations; and(ii) The percentage of required interest owners consented to a change of unit operator;(2) Evidence of acceptable bonding (see§ 3137.60(b) ); and(3) The processing fee found in the fee schedule in § 3000.120 of this chapter.(b) The effective date of the change in unit operator is the date the BLM approves the new unit operator. 89 FR 30987 , Apr. 23, 2024