Environment

SB 862 requires metals recycling facilities in Tennessee to post a visible notice about transferring dangerous materials at every public entrance, rather than just in a general conspicuous location. This change directly affects all metals recycling facilities that accept materials from the public. The bill amends Tennessee Code § 39-17-1403 to specify that the notice must be readily visible to individuals selling materials at each entrance. The law will take effect on July 1, 2025, if passed.

HB 613 requires Tennessee's Department of Environment and Conservation to submit an annual report starting July 1, 2025, detailing water permit applications and their compensatory mitigation methods. The report must include the total number of permit applications filed and specific information about how environmental restoration (compensatory mitigation) is handled in permits requiring it. For permits using in-lieu fee programs or mitigation banking, the report must specify the sponsor, number of credits sold, and funds received for each project. This bill directly affects the Department of Environment and Conservation (which must file the reports) and entities obtaining water permits (which must provide the required mitigation details). The law amends Tennessee Code Annotated Title 69, Section 69-3-108(g).