# Forced Pooling Notice: What It Means & How to Respond

> A forced pooling (compulsory pooling) notice means an operator wants to drill a unit that includes your minerals. What the notice means, the election options most states give you, deadlines to watch, and how to respond.

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**Generated:** 2026-06-12 (heuristic; server-side extraction)

## Page Outline
- Received a Forced Pooling Notice? What It Means and What to Do Next

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