Utilities, Utility Districts - As introduced, increases, from 15 to 20, the number of calendar days that may pass from the actual date specified in the first notice after a person responsible for excavation or demolition has given the notice of the intent to excavate or demolish before the person is required to serve additional notice if the excavation or demolition has not yet been completed; makes other changes to the Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act. - Amends TCA Title 65, Chapter 31, Part 1.

HB 2024 extends the notice period for excavation or demolition projects under Tennessee's Underground Utility Damage Prevention Act. It increases the required calendar days from 15 to 20 before additional notice must be served if work remains incomplete. The bill also adds "dredging" to the definition of excavation, defines "digital locating" for utility mapping, and updates meeting requirements for utility operators. These changes primarily affect construction crews, contractors, and utility companies involved in underground work. The bill makes technical updates to streamline notice procedures while maintaining safety protocols for utility infrastructure.