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This bill establishes comprehensive litter abatement and control requirements for Tipton County, Tennessee, covering various aspects of waste management and disposal. The bill defines key terms like "garbage," "litter," and "refuse," and then outlines specific responsibilities for different entities, including residents, businesses, and event organizers. It mandates that household and commercial refuse must be contained in closed, secure containers to prevent environmental spread, and requires property owners to maintain litter-free environments around their premises, including private dwellings, vacant lots, parking lots, and construction sites. The bill prohibits dumping refuse in public spaces, streams, ditches, and sewers, and restricts the placement of advertisements on public property. It establishes that the county landfill is the primary disposal site and sets guidelines for public dumpster use. Violations of these regulations can result in fines ranging from $25 to $50 per day until the issue is remedied. Importantly, the bill will only take effect if approved by a two-thirds vote of the Tipton County legislative body, making it subject to local governmental approval.

https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=SB1442&ga=114