Texas HB873 amends air quality permit requirements for aggregate production and concrete batch plants.

Texas HB873 amends Health and Safety Code to add new sections for air quality permits related to aggregate production and concrete batch plants. The bill mandates public hearings for permit authorizations and requires permit applicants to comply with specific conditions, including noise monitoring, water usage, and site restoration plans. It also outlines notification procedures for relevant entities and sets noise limits for facilities. The changes apply to permit applications submitted after January 1, 2026, and renewal applications submitted after January 1, 2027.

Texas HB873 amends air quality permit requirements for aggregate production and concrete batch plants.

Texas HB873 amends Health and Safety Code to add new sections for air quality permits related to aggregate production and concrete batch plants. The bill mandates public hearings for permit authorizations and requires permit applicants to comply with specific conditions, including noise monitoring, water usage, and site restoration plans. It also outlines notification procedures for relevant entities and sets noise limits for facilities. The changes apply to permit applications submitted after January 1, 2026, and renewal applications submitted after January 1, 2027.