30 C.F.R. § 250.144 How do I designate a new operator when a designation of operator terminates?
Title 30 - Mineral Resources
(a) When a Designation of Operator terminates, the Regional Supervisor must approve a new designated operator before you may continue operations. Each lessee must submit a new executed Designation of Operator form. (b) If your Designation of Operator is terminated, or a controversy develops between you and your designated operator, you and your designated operator must protect the lessor's interests.
Title 30: Mineral Resources
PART 250—OIL AND GAS AND SULPHUR OPERATIONS IN THE OUTER CONTINENTAL SHELF
Subpart A—General
Special Types of Approvals
§ 250.144 How do I designate a new operator when a designation of operator terminates?

