Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7, Chapter 51 and Title 65, Chapter 17.

Tennessee SB0132 expands the existing regulatory framework for wind energy facility siting to include solar energy facilities and solar expansion facilities. It affects local governments, utility companies, and developers by requiring permits and compliance with specific regulations for the construction and operation of these utility facilities. Key provisions include the establishment of setback requirements, environmental and wildlife impact assessments, financial security for decommissioning, and local legislative authority to regulate siting and permitting processes.