AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 59; Title 60 and Title 68, relative to the production of oil and gas.
Impact
The bill significantly modifies the existing regulatory framework by requiring operators to implement measures that prevent environmental harm, such as soil erosion and water pollution. It mandates that operators proactively notify property owners before drilling and maintain compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding access road construction and maintenance. The introduction of a reclamation bond requirement aims to hold operators financially accountable for reclaiming well sites and ensuring that land disturbances are mitigated post-drilling.
Summary
House Bill 2535 aims to amend portions of the Tennessee Code Annotated related to the production of oil and gas. The bill introduces specific amendments to definitions concerning operators and producers while establishing clear guidelines on the permitting process for drilling operations. It emphasizes that a permit must be obtained before any surface disturbances occur and introduces stricter criteria for environmental protections surrounding the drilling process, particularly regarding the distance from streams and other bodies of water.
Contention
Points of contention surrounding HB2535 include its potential impact on local landowner rights and the balance it strikes between oil and gas production and environmental preservation. Supporters argue that the bill enhances environmental protections and operational accountability, while opponents may view the measures as overly prescriptive and restrictive on operations or as inadequately addressing broader environmental concerns. The bill may also ignite discussions around the effectiveness of the proposed bonding structure and whether it sufficiently incentivizes compliance and responsible operation.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 5; Title 9; Title 60; Title 67 and Title 68, relative to the "Climate Resiliency Fund Act."
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 3, Part 5; Title 9; Title 60; Title 67 and Title 68, relative to the "Climate Resiliency Fund Act."
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 7; Title 8; Title 10; Title 33; Title 36; Title 37; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 49; Title 50; Title 57; Title 67; Title 68 and Title 70, relative to firearms.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 9; Title 13; Title 16; Title 39; Title 55; Title 58; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 71, relative to emergency management.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 1; Title 2; Title 3; Title 4; Title 5; Title 7; Title 8; Title 9; Title 10; Title 11; Title 12; Title 13; Title 16; Title 20; Title 22; Title 24; Title 31; Title 33; Title 36; Title 38; Title 39; Title 40; Title 43; Title 44; Title 45; Title 47; Title 48; Title 49; Title 50; Title 53; Title 54; Title 55; Title 56; Title 61; Title 62; Title 63; Title 64; Title 65; Title 66; Title 67; Title 68; Title 69 and Title 71, relative to electronic transmissions.
AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4, Chapter 29; Title 8, Chapter 50; Title 33; Title 36; Title 52; Title 56; Title 63 and Title 68, relative to therapists.