K.S.A. 32-852: Same; liability for damages.

The lessee, under any oil, gas or other mineral lease executed by the secretary, shall be liable in damages to any surface lessee and to the state for any and all injury, damages or loss, caused by any negligent act or omission of the lessee, to any property of the surface lessee or to any property of the state located upon or used in connection with the lands subject to the mineral lease.