DRILLNG OPERATNS-COMPENSATION

Amends the Drilling Operations Act. Adds the production and storage of methane gas to the definition of "drilling operations". Defines "agricultural production". Provides that the notice to the owner include a statement advising the surface owner that he or she may have a right to damages and advising the surface owner to seek legal counsel. Provides that a surface owner shall be entitled to reasonable compensation from the operator for damages to agricultural production and income caused by the drilling of a new well or by subsequent productions on the property. Provides that a surface owner shall be entitled to compensation for the diminution in value, if any, of the surface lands and other property after completion of the surface disturbance, the cost of repair of personal property, and lost use of and access to the surface owner's land. Effective immediately.