Senate Bill 2175, also known as House Bill 2205, amends Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 68, Chapter 221, which pertains to water regulations. The bill introduces a new subdivision to Section 68-221-1205(c), specifying that certain provisions apply to areas "located in a rural county." A "rural county" is defined as one with a population of less than fifty-seven thousand (57,000) based on the 2020 federal census or any subsequent census.

The bill aims to clarify the applicability of water regulations in rural counties, potentially allowing for tailored approaches to water management in less populated areas. The act is set to take effect immediately upon becoming law, emphasizing the urgency of addressing water-related issues in rural communities.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 68-221-1205(c), 68-221-1205