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TN HB2024
TN HB2024AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 65, Chapter 31, Part 1, relative to underground utility damage prevention.
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Introduced
01/22/2026
01/22/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, increases, from 15 to 20, the number of calendar days that may pass from the actual date specified in the first notice after a person responsible for excavation or demolition has given the notice of the intent to excavate or demolish before the person is required to serve additional notice if the excavation or demolition has not yet been completed; makes other changes to the Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act. - Amends TCA Title 65, Chapter 31, Part 1.
AI Summary
This bill amends Tennessee's Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act to enhance safety and clarity around excavation and demolition activities. Key changes include extending the timeframe from 15 to 20 calendar days for a person planning to excavate or demolish to provide a second notice if the work hasn't started after the initial notification, and it broadens the definition of excavation to include "dredging." The bill also introduces "digital locating," which refers to using visual indicators on digital maps to mark underground utility locations, and updates record-keeping requirements to include these digital records. Furthermore, it clarifies that "electric white lining," a method to mark utility lines, is not required if the excavator and utility operators have met beforehand to discuss the excavation plans, and it permits the use of vacuum excavation by utility operators to protect their underground facilities after they've been notified.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to s/c Business & Utilities Subcommittee (on 02/04/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/default.aspx?BillNumber=HB2024&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2024.pdf |
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