Oil and gas production regulations in Tennessee are updated to modify permit requirements, appeal processes, and reclamation standards.
The bill amends Tennessee's oil and gas production regulations, modifying permit requirements, appeal processes, and reclamation standards. It updates the definition of "well" and mandates that operators post bonds to secure compliance with reclamation requirements. The bill also revises the process for appealing permit denials and penalty assessments, requiring contested cases to be heard by an administrative judge and allowing for board review upon appeal. Additionally, it establishes new timelines for scheduling conferences and hearings, aiming to expedite the resolution of disputes.
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