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TX HB4026

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/7/2025

Primary Sponsor

Caroline Harris Davila

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to consider flood planning and mitigation information when reviewing permits for wastewater treatment facilities and wastewater collection systems

  • Applies to the issuance, amendment, or renewal of permits, including permits to discharge waste from such facilities or systems

  • Flood data consideration must relate to the geographic area served by the wastewater facility or system being permitted

  • Adds new Section 26.02821 to Chapter 26 of the Texas Water Code

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to a requirement that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality consider flood data when considering the issuance of certain wastewater treatment or discharge permits.

Utilities

Last Action

Referred to Environmental Regulation

3/27/2025

Committee Referrals

Environmental Regulation3/27/2025

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