New and existing Orphan Well Prevention Act

This bill prevents oil and gas wells from becoming orphaned on surface owners' land without a responsible driller or operator capable of plugging the well. It establishes procedures to prevent orphaned wells and mandates that plugging funds be set aside in escrow with the Office of the State Treasurer.

Sponsors: Evan Hansen

ISSUES: Climate

CWV Position: Supports

Status: Introduced on 3/17/25; referred to the House Committee on Energy and Public Works then Finance.