Texas HB3482 amends the Lower Colorado River Authority's permit process for quarries and mines near lakes, state parks, and youth camps.

Texas HB3482 amends the Special District Local Laws Code to restrict the Lower Colorado River Authority's permit issuance for quarries and mines. The new law applies to operations within four miles of a lake, four miles of state parks or caverns, and two miles of youth camps. The authority cannot issue a permit unless a study confirms the operation will not harm any lake or state park. The changes apply only to permit applications filed after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3482 amends the Lower Colorado River Authority's permit process for quarries and mines near lakes, state parks, and youth camps.

Texas HB3482 amends the Special District Local Laws Code to restrict the Lower Colorado River Authority's permit issuance for quarries and mines. The new law applies to operations within four miles of a lake, four miles of state parks or caverns, and two miles of youth camps. The authority cannot issue a permit unless a study confirms the operation will not harm any lake or state park. The changes apply only to permit applications filed after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025.