The functions of the MMS for reporting, accounting, and auditing are found in 30 CFR chapter II, subchapters A and C, which apply to leases approved under this part. To the extent the parties to a lease or permit are able to provide reasonable provisions satisfactorily addressing the functions governed by MMS regulations, the Secretary may approve alternate provisions in a lease or permit.
authority: Act of March 3, 1909, (35 Stat. 783;
25 U.S.C. 396 (as amended)): Act of May 11, 1938, (Sec. 2, 52 Stat. 347;
25 U.S.C. 396 b-g: Act of August 1, 1956, (70 Stat. 774)); and
25 U.S.C. 2 and 9
source: 61 FR 35661, July 8, 1996, unless otherwise noted.
cite as: 25 CFR 212.6