Texas HB3791 revises excavation notification timelines and Class A underground facility marking requirements.

Texas HB3791 amends the Utilities Code to establish a new time frame for excavation notifications. Excavators must notify a notification center no earlier than the 14th business day or later than the 3rd business day before the excavation begins. Class A underground facility operators must mark the location of their facilities within 48 hours after receiving notice from the excavator, excluding weekends and holidays. Operators must also notify excavators if they choose not to mark the location. The bill repeals certain existing provisions and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3791 revises excavation notification timelines and Class A underground facility marking requirements.

Texas HB3791 amends the Utilities Code to establish a new time frame for excavation notifications. Excavators must notify a notification center no earlier than the 14th business day or later than the 3rd business day before the excavation begins. Class A underground facility operators must mark the location of their facilities within 48 hours after receiving notice from the excavator, excluding weekends and holidays. Operators must also notify excavators if they choose not to mark the location. The bill repeals certain existing provisions and takes effect September 1, 2025.