Texas HB3333 restricts permits for direct discharges of waste or pollutants into certain water segments and drainage areas.

Texas HB3333 amends the Water Code to restrict the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality from issuing new permits for direct discharges of waste or pollutants into specific stream segments, stream assessment units, and drainage areas. This restriction applies to domestic wastewater treatment facilities. The bill defines terms such as "assessment unit," "classified segment," "drainage area," and "stream assessment unit." The restriction applies to segments and units that meet certain water quality criteria as of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3333 restricts permits for direct discharges of waste or pollutants into certain water segments and drainage areas.

Texas HB3333 amends the Water Code to restrict the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality from issuing new permits for direct discharges of waste or pollutants into specific stream segments, stream assessment units, and drainage areas. This restriction applies to domestic wastewater treatment facilities. The bill defines terms such as "assessment unit," "classified segment," "drainage area," and "stream assessment unit." The restriction applies to segments and units that meet certain water quality criteria as of September 1, 2025.