Section 3137.61 - How do I change unit operators?(a) To change unit operators, the new unit operator must submit to BLM- (1) Statements that- (i) It accepts unit obligations; and(ii) The percentage of required interest owners consented to a change of unit operator; and(2) Evidence of acceptable bonding (see§ 3137.60(b) of this subpart).(b) The effective date of the change in unit operator is the date BLM approves the new unit operator.