Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

SB 1962: Water Authorities - As introduced, establishes that public water systems have a maximum allowable hardwater level of 180 mg/L, measured as calcium carbonate equivalents; creates compliance and reporting requirements; exempts measurements that exceed the limit due to seasonal runoff in certain circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 68, Chapter 221, Part 7.

In committee Last action April 8, 2026: Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee

Plain-language summary

SB 1962 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee Senate on January 22, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Water Authorities - As introduced, establishes that public water systems have a maximum allowable hardwater level of 180 mg/L, measured as calcium carbonate equivalents; creates compliance and reporting requirements; exempts measurements that exceed the limit due to seasonal runoff in certain circumstances. - Amends TCA Title 68, Chapter 221, Part 7. Primary sponsor: Mark Pody (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): Assigned to General Subcommittee of Senate Finance, Ways, and Means Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Mark Pody (Republican).