House Bill 1810 amends Tennessee law regarding the unlawful disposal of waste, specifically targeting individuals engaged in the business of removing accumulated wastes from subsurface sewage disposal systems. The bill introduces new provisions that mandate the court to notify the commissioner of environment and conservation upon a conviction for violations related to the unlawful disposal of sewage or effluent. The commissioner is then required to suspend or revoke the violator's permit to operate in this capacity, with specific penalties outlined: a 30-day suspension for a first violation, a 90-day suspension for a second violation, and permanent revocation for a third or subsequent violation.

Additionally, the bill establishes similar consequences for violations under different sections of the Tennessee Code Annotated, ensuring that individuals who repeatedly engage in unlawful disposal practices face significant repercussions. The new legal language emphasizes the importance of regulatory compliance in waste management and aims to enhance environmental protection. This act is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and will apply to violations occurring on or after that date.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 39-17-102, 68-221-413, 68-221-713