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TN HB2355
TN HB2355AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 39 and Title 68, Chapter 221, relative to unlawful disposal of waste.
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Introduced
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
In Committee
02/05/2026
02/05/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
114th General Assembly
Bill Summary
As introduced, increases, from a Class C to Class B misdemeanor, the classification of offenses involving unlawful disposal of sewage if the person commits the offense while engaged in the business of removing accumulated wastes from subsurface sewage disposal systems; requires the revocation of a person's waste removal permit for a violation. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 68, Chapter 221.
AI Summary
This bill increases the penalty for unlawfully disposing of sewage, specifically for individuals or businesses engaged in removing waste from subsurface sewage disposal systems, by reclassifying the offense from a Class C misdemeanor to a Class B misdemeanor, which carries a more severe punishment. Additionally, for those convicted of such violations while operating under a waste removal permit, the bill mandates that the court notify the commissioner of environment and conservation, who will then suspend or revoke the permit based on the number of offenses, with escalating suspension periods for first and second violations, and permanent revocation for third or subsequent violations. This legislation aims to deter improper waste disposal practices by those in the business of handling sewage and effluent from underground systems, with these changes taking effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Agriculture and Natural Resources
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Assigned to s/c Agriculture & Natural Resources Subcommittee (on 02/05/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/Billinfo/Default?BillNumber=HB2355&ga=114 |
| Fiscal Note - SB2532 | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Fiscal/SB2532.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.capitol.tn.gov/Bills/114/Bill/HB2355.pdf |
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