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HB 2516

Solid Waste Disposal - As introduced, decreases, from 90 to 45 days of a vacancy, the time in which the underground storage tanks and solid waste disposal control board must notify the applicable appointing authority of such vacancy on the board. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 5; Title 6; Title 7 and Title 68, Chapter 211.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Chris Todd

Reduces vacancy notification timeframe for underground storage tank board from 90 to 45 days to accelerate appointment of replacements.

H. Placed on Regular Calendar for 4/2/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 2516

Legislative bill overview

HB 2516 expedites the notification process for board vacancies by reducing the timeframe from 90 to 45 days. The bill applies to the Underground Storage Tanks and Solid Waste Disposal Control Board, requiring faster communication to appointing authorities when positions become open.

Why is this important

Board vacancies can delay decision-making on critical infrastructure and environmental compliance issues. Faster notification allows appointing authorities to begin recruitment and confirmation processes sooner, potentially reducing operational gaps. This particularly affects underground storage tank oversight, which carries environmental and public health significance.

Potential points of contention

  • Practical feasibility: Whether 45 days provides sufficient time for thorough recruitment, vetting, and confirmation processes versus simply creating artificial pressure
  • Board functionality: Questions about whether the shortened timeline adequately addresses underlying causes of vacancies or merely masks systemic staffing challenges
  • Scope of amendments: The bill amends multiple Tennessee Code Annotated titles (4, 5, 6, 7, and 68), suggesting broader implications than the summary indicates—these cross-references warrant scrutiny for unintended consequences

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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