Texas Senate Bill SB1258

Texas 2011 - 82nd Regular

• Out of Senate Committee: 4/7/11
• Voted on by Senate: 4/19/11
• Out of House Committee: 5/2/11
• Report Pass: 4/7/11
• Voted on by House: 5/3/11
• Governor Action: 5/17/11
• Refer: 4/26/11
• Report Pass: 4/29/11
• Enrolled: 5/4/11
• Passed: 5/17/11

Caption

Relating to the disposal of demolition waste from abandoned or nuisance buildings in certain areas.

Impact

One of the main impacts of SB1258 is its provision for municipalities with populations of 10,000 or less, allowing them to dispose of demolition waste on land they own or control, as long as the land qualifies for an exemption under state commission rules. The health and safety regulations surrounding the collection and disposal of such waste will be enhanced, which could improve local public health outcomes by reducing hazards associated with abandoned properties.

Summary

SB1258 addresses the disposal of demolition waste derived from abandoned or nuisance buildings. Specifically, it applies to structures that have been acquired by counties or municipalities through means such as tax delinquency or condemnation, particularly when the previous owners were unable to cover the demolition costs. The bill is significant as it aims to streamline the process of waste disposal for these properties, ensuring that such waste can be taken care of appropriately and efficiently by local governments.

Contention

While the bill intends to facilitate demolition processes and waste disposal, it does raise points of contention among legislators. Critics may argue that the bill could lead to the improper management of demolition waste or result in environmental concerns, as the rules governing waste disposal must be strictly adhered to. There may also be concerns regarding the overreach of local municipalities in managing waste, particularly if they do not have the appropriate capacity or resources to handle the potential influx of waste from these abandoned buildings.