H.B. No. 3252 amends the Water Code by adding Section 26.054, which establishes specific conditions for the issuance of permits for "package plants," defined as pre-manufactured wastewater treatment facilities with a capacity of less than 500,000 gallons per day. The bill stipulates that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) cannot issue a permit for a package plant located within 1,000 feet of a municipal wastewater line. Additionally, applicants must demonstrate that they will implement security and weatherization measures for the plant and possess adequate financial assurance for future maintenance.

The new provisions will apply only to permit applications submitted to the TCEQ on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. This legislation aims to enhance the regulatory framework surrounding wastewater treatment facilities, ensuring that environmental and community safety standards are met before permits are granted.

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