Wash. Rev. Code § 78.52.001
Declaration of purpose
Washington · Revised Code of Washington Chapter 78.52 — Oil and Gas Conservation · Status: effective
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- Wash. Rev. Code § 78.52.001, Declaration of purpose, Washington, version 1 as recorded 2026-09-28, yourstate.us, https://yourstate.us/provision/1532298
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It is hereby declared to be in the public interest to foster, encourage, and promote the exploration, development, production, and utilization of oil and gas in the state in such manner as will prevent waste; to authorize and to provide for the operation and development of oil and gas properties in such manner as to assure that the maximum economic recovery of oil and gas may be obtained and the rights of owners thereof fully protected; to conduct such oil and gas operations in a manner that will maintain a safe and healthful environment for the people of Washington and protect the state's natural resources; and to encourage, authorize, and provide for cycling, recycling, pressure maintenance and secondary recovery operations in order that the maximum economic recovery of oil and gas may be obtained to the end that landowners, royalty owners, producers, and the general public may realize and enjoy the greatest possible benefits from these vital resources.