Environment and Conservation, Department of - As introduced, requires an operator seeking a permit for the removal of minerals by surface mining and a person who applies for permits under the water quality control act to provide documentation from the county or counties in which the proposed project is located, certifying that the project is in compliance with all relevant zoning laws of such county or counties as a condition to the receipt of such permits. - Amends TCA Title 59, Chapter 8 an...

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The bill adds a new requirement that anyone applying for a surface‑mining permit or a water‑quality control permit must submit a county‑issued document confirming the project complies with local zoning laws. It amends existing code sections to insert this condition and takes effect on July 1, 2026. The change aims to ensure local land‑use rules are respected before state permits are granted.

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