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Verbatim text below is from the Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), a public-domain U.S. government work. Always verify the current version with the eCFR before relying on it for any legal matter.
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(a) Engage in exploration means:
(1) To cause or authorize exploration to occur, including but not limited to a person's actions as a sponsor, principal, or purchaser of exploration services; or
(2) To conduct exploration on behalf of a person described in paragraph (a)(1) of this section.
(b) [Reserved]
[45 FR 76662, Nov. 20, 1980, as amended at 47 FR 5966, Feb. 9, 1982]
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