House Bill No. 3927 introduces a new section to the Health and Safety Code, specifically Section 382.051955, which mandates that the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) consider local government actions when renewing air permits for certain concrete plants. This section applies to the renewal of standard permits for permanent concrete plants that engage in wet batching, dry batching, or central mixing. The TCEQ is required to evaluate the applicant's compliance history and take into account any civil suits or enforcement actions initiated by local governments against the applicant under Chapter 7 of the Water Code.

The provisions of this bill will only apply to applications for permit renewals submitted to the TCEQ on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. This legislative change aims to enhance the oversight of concrete plants by incorporating local government enforcement actions into the permit renewal process, thereby promoting accountability and compliance with environmental regulations.

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