Question

If an oil company wants to drill on public land, from whom would it secure the driling lease? a. comptroller of public accounts b. commissioner of the General Land Office c. attorney general d. board of Regents of the University of Texas

Answer 1

B) commissioner of the General Land Office

Step-by-step explanation:

The Texas Commissioner of the General Land Office is the oldest state agency in Texas, it was established in 1836. Its duties include: operating the Alamo (historic site), managing state land and the coast, administer the Permanent School Fund which helps to fund public education, provides benefits to veterans, etc.

Answer 2

b. commissioner of the General Land Office

Step-by-step explanation:

Commissioner of the General Land Office is in charge of public domain lands in the United States.

Comptroller of public accounts keeps account of the states funds and collects taxes.

Attorney general acts as legal advisor to the government.

I hope my answer helps you.