Tennessee HB2134 amends solid waste disposal laws, requiring agreements for out-of-county waste disposal and prohibiting landfill approval without.
Tennessee HB2134 amends solid waste disposal regulations, mandating that any jurisdiction disposing of waste outside its boundaries must have a written agreement with the host jurisdiction. This agreement must specify duration, landfill details, compensation, truck routes, and environmental protections. The agreement must be approved by both jurisdictions' governing bodies. The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation cannot issue or renew permits for disaster response or public health protection.
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