SB 5369-S - DIGEST
(DIGEST AS ENACTED)

Clarifies that ownership of geothermal resources resides with the surface owner unless the interest is otherwise reserved or conveyed.

Provides that no water uses associated with a geothermal well impair any water use authorized through appropriation under Title 90 RCW (water rights--environment).

Creates the geothermal account.

Repeals chapter 43.140 RCW (geothermal energy).