United States v. Louisiana (404 U.S. 998…
“ As against the defendant State of Louisiana and all persons claiming under it, the United States has exclusive rights to explore the area of the continental shelf lying more than one foot seaward of the line described in paragraph 3 hereof, and to exploit the natural resources of said area. The State of Louisiana is not entitled to any interest in such lands, minerals, or resources, and said State, its privies, assigns, lessees and other persons claiming under it are hereby enjoined from interfering with the rights of the United States in such lands, minerals and resources. ”
