Code of Federal Regulations Title 43. Public Lands:  Interior § 43.3502.40 What happens if an applicant or successful bidder for a permit or lease dies before the permit or lease is issued?

(1) A certified copy of the will or decree of distribution, and if no will or decree exists, a statement signed by the heirs that they are the only heirs and citing the provisions of the law of the deceased's last domicile showing that no probate is required;  and

(2) A statement signed by each of the heirs or devisees with reference to citizenship and holdings similar to that required by § 3502.27 of this part. If the heir or devisee is a minor, the guardian or trustee must sign the statement.

(1) Evidence that the person who, as executor or administrator, submits lease and bond forms has authority to act in that capacity and to sign those forms;

(2) Evidence that the heirs or devisees are the only heirs or devisees of the deceased;  and

(3) A statement signed by each heir or devisee concerning citizenship and holdings, as required by § 3502.27 of this part.