Sewage - As introduced, implements a system of graduated periods of suspension of a person's license to engage in the business of removing accumulated wastes from subsurface sewage disposal systems following conviction for offenses involving illegal dumping of sewage. - Amends TCA Title 39 and Title 68, Chapter 221.
SB 2007 creates a tiered license suspension system for sewage removal businesses convicted of illegally dumping sewage. It directly affects licensed professionals who illegally dispose of sewage while operating in this business. The bill mandates that courts notify the environmental commissioner after a conviction, triggering automatic license suspensions: 30 days for a first offense, 90 days for a second, and permanent revocation for a third or subsequent violation. These penalties apply to violations under specific sections of Tennessee law governing sewage disposal and waste management. The law takes effect July 1, 2026.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Feb 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Feb 2, 2026
Last action Feb 5, 2026
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3
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Committee
1
Feb 5, 2026
Committee
Passed on Second Consideration, refer to Senate Energy, Ag., and Nat. Resources Committee
upper
Feb 2, 2026
Introduced
Introduced, Passed on First Consideration
lower
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Tom Hatcher
RRepublican
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