Okla. Stat. tit. 64, § 64-1090: Prospecting - Permits

To further the development of mineral resources in the State of

Oklahoma, particularly with regard to valuable minerals, including

uranium, the Commissioners of the Land Office are hereby authorized

to issue prospecting permits, under procedures, fees and rules as

may be promulgated by the Commissioners, granting an exclusive right

to prospect for any minerals owned by the state, under the

jurisdiction and control of the Commissioners of the Land Office.