Relating to a prohibition of the application of biosolids to certain land.
HB 160 prohibits the application of treated sewage sludge (biosolids) to non-agricultural land, such as public parks, golf courses, and athletic fields. It requires permits for any land application of biosolids on non-agricultural sites, with strict conditions including quarterly reporting on sludge source, location, metals content, and application dates. The bill amends Texas Health and Safety Code Section 361.121 to define "land application unit" and adds new reporting requirements for permit holders. It directly affects municipalities, park departments, and private entities managing non-agricultural land where biosolids might otherwise be used. The law does not restrict agricultural land applications, which are addressed in a separate new section (361.1211).
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Aug 2025
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Introduced Aug 15, 2025
Last action Aug 15, 2025
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2 primary · 1 co-sponsor
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Helen Kerwin
RRepublican
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Tom Oliverson
RRepublican
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Terri Leo-Wilson
RRepublican
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