Texas SB2042 amends excavation notification requirements for underground facilities.

Texas SB2042 modifies the time frame for excavation notifications regarding underground facilities. Excavators must notify a notification center between the 14th and 3rd business day before excavation. Operators of Class A underground facilities must notify excavators if they do not plan to mark the facility's location. Operators must mark the location within 48 hours after receiving notice from the excavator, excluding weekends and holidays. The bill repeals certain sections of the Utilities Code and takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas SB2042 amends excavation notification requirements for underground facilities.

Texas SB2042 modifies the time frame for excavation notifications regarding underground facilities. Excavators must notify a notification center between the 14th and 3rd business day before excavation. Operators of Class A underground facilities must notify excavators if they do not plan to mark the facility's location. Operators must mark the location within 48 hours after receiving notice from the excavator, excluding weekends and holidays. The bill repeals certain sections of the Utilities Code and takes effect September 1, 2025.