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TN SB2567
TN SB2567AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 59, Chapter 8 and Title 69, Chapter 3, relative to permits.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, requires an operator seeking a permit for the removal of minerals by surface mining and a person who applies for permits under the water quality control act to provide documentation from the county or counties in which the proposed project is located, certifying that the project is in compliance with all relevant zoning laws of such county or counties as a condition to the receipt of such permits. - Amends TCA Title 59, Chapter 8 and Title 69, Chapter 3.
AI Summary
This bill requires that anyone applying for a permit to conduct surface mining operations or a permit under the water quality control act must provide proof that their proposed project complies with all local zoning laws in the county or counties where the project will be located. This documentation must be certified by the relevant county government. The bill amends existing Tennessee laws related to mining permits (Title 59, Chapter 8) and water quality permits (Title 69, Chapter 3) and will take effect on July 1, 2026, applying to all permit applications submitted on or after that date.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=SB2567&ga=114 |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/SB2567.pdf |
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