Wash. Rev. Code § 79.14.180

Current through the 2024 Regular Session

Section 79.14.180 - Lands may be withheld from leasing

Nothing contained in this chapter shall be construed as requiring the department to offer any tract or tracts of land for lease; but the department shall have power to withhold any tract or tracts from leasing for oil, gas, or other hydrocarbons, if, in its judgment, the best interest of the state will be served by so doing.

RCW 79.14.180

2003 c 334 § 483; 1955 c 131 § 18. Prior: 1937 c 161 § 24. Formerly RCW 78.28.450.

Intent-2003 c 334: See note following RCW 79.02.010.