SB 5369 - DIGEST
(SUBSTITUTED FOR - SEE 1ST SUB)

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.