Requires reporting of abandoned or deteriorated water wells found during sewage disposal system inspections to the Texas Department of Licensing and.
This bill amends the Health and Safety Code to mandate that if an abandoned or deteriorated water well is identified during an inspection of an on-site sewage disposal system, the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality, an authorized agent, or a designated person must report the location of the water well to the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. This provision aims to ensure that such water wells are properly documented and managed to prevent potential environmental hazards. The act will take effect on September 1, 2025.
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