House Bill 2385 amends Tennessee Code Annotated regarding the provision of wastewater services by utility systems. The bill modifies Section 7-82-710 by deleting the existing language in subsection (a) and replacing it with new provisions. The updated language specifies that a utility system must provide a connection to wastewater services upon request from a real property owner if the utility system has either an existing gravity sewer line or an existing sewer force main located on or adjacent to the owner's property. The gravity sewer line must be within the street right-of-way, public access easement, or public utility easement, while the sewer force main must be accessible using appropriate technology.

The bill emphasizes the obligation of utility systems to connect property owners to wastewater services under specified conditions, thereby enhancing access to essential services. The act is set to take effect upon becoming law, with the public welfare necessitating its immediate implementation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 7-82-710(a)(1), 7-82-710
Amended with HA1204 -- 04/22/2026: 7-82-710(a)(1), 7-82-710