TN HB1138The bill requires blasting companies to conduct a pre-blast survey for property owners or occupants living within 300 feet of a blasting site. If requested, these companies must provide the survey results at no cost to the owners or occupants. This aims to ensure safety and transparency for those living near blasting operations.
Supporters of the bill argue that it enhances safety for residents living near blasting sites by ensuring they have access to important information about potential impacts on their properties. They believe it promotes accountability among blasting firms and protects the interests of homeowners.
Critics of the bill may argue that it places an additional burden on blasting companies, potentially increasing their operational costs. They might also express concern that the requirement for free surveys could lead to delays in blasting projects, impacting local construction and development timelines.
The sponsor of HB1138, Clark Boyd, has several personal financial interests that align with the bill's impact on the real estate and insurance sectors. As the owner of Boyd Insurance Group and the Clark Boyd State Farm Insurance Agency, Boyd is directly involved in the insurance industry, which could be affected by changes in regulations related to blasting and construction. Additionally, Boyd's involvement with Servus Properties LLC and ownership of residential rental properties suggest a vested interest in real estate. The bill's requirement for blasting firms to provide pre-blast surveys at no cost could influence property values and insurance claims related to construction activities, potentially benefiting Boyd's real estate and insurance interests. These alignments suggest a high risk of conflict, as the bill could indirectly enhance the value of Boyd's investments and business operations in these sectors.
Unlike federal analysis based on campaign donations, state analysis examines legislators' personal financial interests — their jobs, businesses, and investments.
| Type | Description | Industry | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Occupation | Insurance Agent | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | Owner of Boyd Insurance Group | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Business Owner | Owner of Boyd Insurance Group | — | TN Legislature bio |
| Board Member | Member of the Wilson County Commission | — | AI-researched |
| Employer | CLARK BOYD STATE FARM INSURANCE AGENCY | Insurance | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | RESIDENTAL RENTAL PROPERTIES PRIVATELY OWNED | Real Estate | TN Ethics Commission |
| Spouse Employer | FRIENDSHIP CHRISTIAN SCHOOL | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Employer | SERVUS PROPERTIES LLC | Real Estate | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | CEDAR CENTER CONDO ASSOCIATION TREASURER from May 2014 to current | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Business Owner | SERVUS PROPERTIES LLC. VICE-PRESIDENT from Jan 2021 to current | Real Estate | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | HORACE MANN | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | EDWARD JONES Held by: Minor Child | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | EDWARD JONES | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | STATE FARM ANNUITY | Insurance | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | AXA ADVISORS | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | LPL FINANCIAL | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Occupation | Other, INSURANCE | — | TN Ethics Commission |
| Asset | Leadership PAC: JCB PAC | — | TN Ethics Commission |
Items marked "AI-researched" are generated from public sources but have not been independently verified. Verified data is sourced from official legislature websites and disclosure filings.
About This Analysis
This summary was generated using AI from the bill's official text and metadata. Data sourced from LegiScan and the Tennessee General Assembly. Conflict analysis examines the sponsor's personal financial interests for potential overlaps with the bill's subject matter.
