The bill, H.B. No. 3338, amends the Health and Safety Code by adding a new section, 382.051991, which establishes specific permitting requirements for certain concrete plants located in areas of municipalities that are not subject to zoning regulations. The new section specifies that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) is prohibited from issuing permits for concrete plants that perform wet batching, dry batching, or central mixing if they are situated within five miles of a school, licensed day-care center, or hospital. This aims to address potential environmental and health concerns associated with the operation of concrete plants near sensitive locations.

Additionally, the bill clarifies that the new permitting requirements will only apply to applications filed with the TCEQ on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. Applications submitted before this date will be governed by the existing laws in effect at the time of filing. This transition provision ensures that any pending applications are not adversely affected by the new regulations.

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