HB 2266
AN ACT relating to the processing of an application for an authorization
89th Regular Session
Jan 14, 2025 - Jun 2, 2025 • Session ended
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What This Bill Does
Requires the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality to prioritize standard permit applications for rock or concrete crushing facilities from operators who have previously held such a permit and have reclaimed the disturbed land within 180 days of ceasing operations. This prioritization aims to encourage responsible land management and expedite permitting for operators with a proven track record of environmental restoration and compliance. The new rule will take effect on September 1, 2025, and applies specifically to rock and concrete crushing facility operators seeking standard environmental permits.
Subject Areas
Bill Text
relating to the processing of an application for an authorization to use a standard permit for a rock or concrete crushing facility. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Section 382.05195, Health and Safety Code, is amended by adding Subsection (l) to read as follows: (l) The commission shall give priority when processing applications for an authorization to use a standard permit under this section for a rock or concrete crushing facility to an operator (1) has previously been authorized to use a standard permit under this section for a rock or concrete crushing facility; (2) reclaimed the land disturbed by the rock or concrete crushing facility described by Subdivision (1) before the 180th day after the date the facility ceased operating. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.
Bill Sponsors
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Bill History
Bill filed: AN ACT relating to the processing of an application for an authorization
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