S.B. No. 2351 amends the Health and Safety Code to introduce new provisions regarding the construction of permanent concrete plants under a standard permit. The bill adds Subsection (f-1) to Section 382.05195 and Subsection (d) to Section 382.05198, both of which stipulate that if the Texas Commission amends a standard permit, facility operators who have not yet begun construction must update their plans to comply with the amended permit. This requirement applies only if the operators filed a request for an extension to begin construction before the adoption of the amended permit.

The bill aims to ensure that new constructions of concrete plants adhere to the latest regulatory standards, thereby promoting environmental safety and compliance. The provisions are designed to provide clarity on the responsibilities of facility operators in the event of permit amendments, ensuring that construction practices remain up-to-date with current regulations. The act will take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from both houses or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Health and Safety Code 382.05195, Health and Safety Code 382.05198 (Health and Safety Code 382)
Senate Committee Report: Health and Safety Code 382.05195, Health and Safety Code 382.05198 (Health and Safety Code 382)
Engrossed: Health and Safety Code 382.05195, Health and Safety Code 382.05198 (Health and Safety Code 382)
House Committee Report: Health and Safety Code 382.05195, Health and Safety Code 382.05198 (Health and Safety Code 382)
Enrolled: Health and Safety Code 382.05195, Health and Safety Code 382.05198 (Health and Safety Code 382)