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HB 9 87-0 (2021) Relating to the criminal punishment and conditions of community supervision for the offense of obstructing a highway or other passageway; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 86 87-0 (2021) Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al. Relating to the preemption and prosecution of certain offenses involving the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 442 87-0 (2021) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to the prima facie speed limit in residence districts. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 443 87-0 (2021) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to requiring the operator of a vehicle to stop and yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian. House: Transportation Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 554 87-0 (2021) Author: Lopez, Ray | et. al. Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle passing a pedestrian or a person operating a bicycle; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 555 87-0 (2021) Author: Lopez, Ray Relating to highway maintenance or construction vehicles and certain service vehicles. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 761 87-0 (2021) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the operation of a public transit motor bus by certain mass transit entities on an improved shoulder. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 795 87-0 (2021) Author: Goodwin, Vikki Relating to the designation of highway safety corridors; increasing a fine. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 827 87-0 (2021) Author: Huberty, Dan | et. al. Relating to the disclosure of vehicle speed information to a law enforcement agency by an entity that operates a toll project. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 934 87-0 (2021) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1181 87-0 (2021) Author: Middleton, Mayes | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon | et. al.
Relating to the authority of certain counties to authorize the operation of a golf cart or off-highway vehicle on certain roads. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Removed from local & uncontested calendar
HB 1199 87-0 (2021) Author: Metcalf, Will Relating to the number of license plates to be issued for and displayed on certain motor vehicles. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1209 87-0 (2021) Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al. Relating to contracts authorizing the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1274 87-0 (2021) Author: Crockett, Jasmine Relating to the number of license plates to be issued for and displayed on certain motor vehicles. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1281 87-0 (2021) Author: Wilson, Terry M.
Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the operation of golf carts in certain areas. House: Transportation
Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1759 87-0 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the operation of vehicles and certain equipment at railroad grade crossings when on-track equipment is approaching. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 1918 87-0 (2021) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to the creation of a criminal offense for failing to secure certain children in a rear-facing child passenger safety seat system. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2048 87-0 (2021) Author: Krause, Matt
Sponsor: Powell, Beverly
Relating to the criminal offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2147 87-0 (2021) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to the punishment for the offense of driving while license invalid, the period of certain driver's license suspensions, and the requirement that a peace officer take possession of a person's driver's license following the person's failure to pass or refusal to consent to a test for intoxication. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Received from the House
HB 2150 87-0 (2021) Author: Allison, Steve Relating to the punishment for the criminal offense of obstructing a highway or other passageway; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 2191 87-0 (2021) Author: Wilson, Terry M. Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2315 87-0 (2021) Author: Turner, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the forfeiture of contraband relating to the criminal offense of racing on a highway. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2411 87-0 (2021) Author: Dean, Jay Relating to the authority of certain counties to authorize the operation of an off-highway vehicle on certain roads. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2452 87-0 (2021) Author: Campos, Liz Relating to law enforcement policies prohibiting a peace officer from making a motor vehicle stop on the shoulder of certain highways. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2520 87-0 (2021) Author: Thompson, Ed Relating to the considerations when determining whether an operator of a motor vehicle is an employee of a motor carrier or an independent contractor. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2748 87-0 (2021) Author: Ellzey, Jake
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 2749 87-0 (2021) Author: Ellzey, Jake
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 3212 87-0 (2021) Author: Sherman, Sr., Carl | et. al.
Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to the inclusion of information relating to street racing in the curriculum of driver education courses and driving safety courses. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3282 87-0 (2021) Author: Canales, Terry
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Relating to the authority of a district engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation to temporarily lower the speed limit at a highway maintenance activity site. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 3291 87-0 (2021) Author: González, Mary | et. al. Relating to the criminal penalty for reckless driving and to the limitation on the authority to arrest a person for certain traffic offenses punishable by fine only. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3319 87-0 (2021) Author: Meyer, Morgan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to certain measures to promote compliance with and improve public awareness of the state's move over or slow down law concerning the passing of certain vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
HB 3325 87-0 (2021) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to the terminology used to describe transportation-related accidents. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3478 87-0 (2021) Author: Rose, Toni Relating to the prosecution of the offenses of reckless driving and racing on a highway and to the forfeiture of contraband relating to that conduct; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3532 87-0 (2021) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to the regulation of motor vehicles and entities by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3725 87-0 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the enforcement of the prohibition on passing a school bus using images from a school bus monitoring system. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3758 87-0 (2021) Author: Goldman, Craig Relating to the exemption of certain vehicles from vehicle towing regulations. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Left pending in committee
HB 3823 87-0 (2021) Author: Ramos, Ana-Maria Relating to the civil penalty for certain signs placed on the right-of-way of a public road. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 3865 87-0 (2021) Author: Murr, Andrew Relating to the verification of the status of certain driver's licenses before renting a motor vehicle. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee
HB 3866 87-0 (2021) Author: Murr, Andrew Relating to the offense of operating or loading an overweight vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3877 87-0 (2021) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the prima facie speed limit in certain urban districts. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3884 87-0 (2021) Author: Biedermann, Kyle Relating to the authority of a county to regulate lot frontages on certain roads. House: Land & Resource Management Referred to Land & Resource Management
HB 3925 87-0 (2021) Author: Collier, Nicole | et. al. Relating to pedestrian use of a sidewalk. House: Transportation Received from the House
HB 3992 87-0 (2021) Author: Canales, Terry | et. al. Relating to the use of a flashing warning signal light and certain other equipment by a person operating a school bus. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call
HB 4087 87-0 (2021) Author: Burns, DeWayne Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 4138 87-0 (2021) Author: Ellzey, Jake Relating to the movement of certain vehicles transporting steel products made in the United States; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 4535 87-0 (2021) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to axle weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting aggregates. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HJR 98 87-0 (2021) Author: Schaefer, Matt Proposing a constitutional amendment relating to the right of a person to travel in and operate a vehicle using human decision-making. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HR 1969 87-0 (2021) Author: Wilson, Terry M. Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1281. Reported enrolled
SB 42 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 206 87-0 (2021) Author: Schwertner, Charles Relating to the operation of golf carts in certain areas. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 221 87-0 (2021) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the prima facie speed limit in certain urban districts. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 445 87-0 (2021) Author: Hughes, Bryan | et. al.
Sponsor: Canales, Terry
Relating to the use of a flashing warning signal light and certain other equipment by a person operating a school bus. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 681 87-0 (2021) Author: Blanco, César Relating to requiring school districts to adopt a policy regarding the idling of the engine of a school bus. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 860 87-0 (2021) Author: Johnson, Nathan | et. al.
Sponsor: Goldman, Craig
Relating to the exclusion of certain car haulers from the definition of tow truck for purposes of certain laws regulating motor vehicle towing. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1002 87-0 (2021) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to reducing the criminal penalty for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting livestock. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1163 87-0 (2021) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to the criminal punishment and conditions of community supervision for the offense of obstructing a highway or other passageway; increasing a criminal penalty. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1274 87-0 (2021) Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al. Relating to the authority of a district engineer for the Texas Department of Transportation to temporarily lower the speed limit at a highway maintenance activity site. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Reported favorably w/o amendment(s)
SB 1290 87-0 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle passing a pedestrian or a person operating a bicycle. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1291 87-0 (2021) Author: Eckhardt, Sarah Relating to the operation of a public transit motor bus by certain mass transit entities on an improved shoulder. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1383 87-0 (2021) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to the authority of certain counties to authorize the operation of a golf cart or off-highway vehicle on certain roads. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1495 87-0 (2021) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Sponsor: Turner, John | et. al.
Relating to certain criminal offenses related to highways and motor vehicles; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1553 87-0 (2021) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to weight limitations for over-the-road buses. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1737 87-0 (2021) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to the rules of the road regarding red signals at certain traffic-controls signals. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1766 87-0 (2021) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the impoundment of certain motor vehicles involved in the commission of the offense of racing on a highway. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1814 87-0 (2021) Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to oversize and overweight vehicle permits. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1815 87-0 (2021) Author: Seliger, Kel
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to motor vehicle size and weight limitations. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/21
SB 1828 87-0 (2021) Author: Birdwell, Brian Relating to the movement of certain vehicles transporting steel products made in the United States; authorizing a fee. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1945 87-0 (2021) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the terminology used to describe transportation-related accidents. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 2012 87-0 (2021) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to the offense of operating certain vehicles without a license plate. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 36 87-1 (2021) Author: Gervin-Hawkins, Barbara Relating to the enforcement of the prohibition on passing a school bus using images from a school bus monitoring system. Filed
HB 153 87-3 (2021) Author: Cain, Briscoe Relating to the use of a high occupancy vehicle lane by an operator of a motor vehicle who is pregnant. Filed
HB 61 86-0 (2019) Author: White, James
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to highway maintenance or construction vehicles, certain service vehicles, and escort flag vehicles, including the use of certain lighting equipment on those vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 87 86-0 (2019) Author: Minjarez, Ina
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to information provided to minors during the driver's license application process. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 113 86-0 (2019) Author: Minjarez, Ina | et. al. Relating to the vehicle description on an application for the registration of an automated motor vehicle. House: Transportation Received from the House
HB 119 86-0 (2019) Author: Minjarez, Ina Relating to liability for and reporting of accidents involving certain motor vehicles. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 153 86-0 (2019) Author: White, James Relating to the authority of the public safety director of the Department of Public Safety to adopt rules requiring the use and installation of intrastate commercial motor vehicle electronic logging devices. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 262 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Ed Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to operate an automated traffic control system; providing a civil penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 265 86-0 (2019) Author: Blanco, César Relating to the collection and reporting of information from motor vehicle stops made by law enforcement. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 269 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the operation of a public transit motor bus by certain mass transit entities on an improved shoulder. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 339 86-0 (2019) Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the placement of speed limit signs at the end of construction or maintenance work zones. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 372 86-0 (2019) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to the punishment for the offense of driving while license invalid. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 409 86-0 (2019) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to driver's licensing requirements for minors. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 448 86-0 (2019) Author: Turner, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an offense for failing to secure certain children in a rear-facing child passenger safety seat system. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 511 86-0 (2019) Author: Wilson, Terry M. | et. al.
Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 537 86-0 (2019) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al. Relating to traffic engineering studies on photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 550 86-0 (2019) Author: Canales, Terry Relating to the expiration of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 568 86-0 (2019) Author: Minjarez, Ina Relating to the regulation of automated neighborhood electric vehicles. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 666 86-0 (2019) Author: King, Ken Relating to the criminal offense of operating certain vehicles without a license plate. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 673 86-0 (2019) Author: King, Ken Relating to the criminal offense of operating certain vehicles without a license plate. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 683 86-0 (2019) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program; eliminating program surcharges. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 695 86-0 (2019) Author: Clardy, Travis
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 748 86-0 (2019) Author: Neave, Victoria | et. al. Relating to certain criminal offenses involving protective headgear requirements for motorcycle operators and passengers. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 754 86-0 (2019) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to an affirmative defense to the offense of operating a vehicle without displaying two license plates. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 757 86-0 (2019) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the required notice of a surcharge assessed under the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 771 86-0 (2019) Author: Davis, Sarah
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the placement of warning signs in areas where the use of a wireless communication device is prohibited. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 799 86-0 (2019) Author: Landgraf, Brooks | et. al.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to liability for certain damage caused by vehicles exceeding maximum height limitations; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 804 86-0 (2019) Author: Johnson, Jarvis Relating to the authority of peace officers to conduct certain searches. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 900 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to the act of smoking tobacco in a vehicle with a child present; authorizing an additional fine for certain criminal offenses. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 901 86-0 (2019) Author: Hefner, Cole | et. al. Relating to registration of a motor vehicle alleged to have been involved in a violation detected by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 917 86-0 (2019) Author: Craddick, Tom
Sponsor: Flores, Peter | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities and counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 962 86-0 (2019) Author: Miller, Rick | et. al. Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle passing a pedestrian or a person operating a bicycle. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1027 86-0 (2019) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to the content of photographic traffic monitoring system signs. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1037 86-0 (2019) Author: Price, Four Relating to permits for certain vehicles being operated in connection with a motor sports racing event. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1105 86-0 (2019) Author: Swanson, Valoree | et. al. Relating to the preemption and prosecution of certain offenses involving the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1145 86-0 (2019) Author: Krause, Matt | et. al. Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; authorizing and increasing criminal fines; eliminating program surcharges. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 1226 86-0 (2019) Author: Lang, Mike | et. al. Relating to highway maintenance vehicles and certain service vehicles. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1270 86-0 (2019) Author: Deshotel, Joe Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles on certain highways during periods of traffic congestion. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1287 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to the prima facie speed limit on certain streets and highways. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1289 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to requiring the operator of a vehicle to stop and yield the right-of-way to a pedestrian. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1308 86-0 (2019) Author: Calanni, Gina | et. al. Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1354 86-0 (2019) Author: Cortez, Philip Relating to the prima facie speed limit in certain urban districts. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1458 86-0 (2019) Author: Anderson, Charles "Doc" Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; authorizing and increasing criminal fines. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1487 86-0 (2019) Author: Wilson, Terry M. Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; authorizing and increasing criminal fines. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1493 86-0 (2019) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to weight limitations for over-the-road buses. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1505 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez, Armando
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the recording of a criminal offense of transporting household goods without registration in a driving record. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 1548 86-0 (2019) Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois | et. al.
Relating to the operation of golf carts, neighborhood electric vehicles, and off-highway vehicles; authorizing fees. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 1568 86-0 (2019) Author: Hernandez, Ana Relating to the authority of certain municipal employees to request the removal and storage of certain abandoned or illegally parked or operated vehicles. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
Referred to Business & Commerce
HB 1611 86-0 (2019) Author: Ashby, Trent | et. al. Relating to regulation in the unincorporated area of a county of high-speed rail activity near schools. House: County Affairs Referred to County Affairs
HB 1631 86-0 (2019) Author: Stickland, Jonathan | et. al.
Sponsor: Hall, Bob | et. al.
Relating to prohibiting the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 1732 86-0 (2019) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the facilitation of a funeral procession by a vehicle escort service. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1770 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al. Relating to regulation and liability of certain vehicles on a highway; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1778 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1831 86-0 (2019) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to reducing the criminal penalty for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting agricultural products. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1840 86-0 (2019) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting agricultural products; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1908 86-0 (2019) Author: Moody, Joe Relating to the indigent status of a person for purposes of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2007 86-0 (2019) Author: Leach, Jeff Relating to the enforcement of traffic regulations on a public road that is owned, operated, and maintained by a special district. House: County Affairs Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2048 86-0 (2019) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan | et. al.
Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; eliminating program surcharges; authorizing and increasing criminal fines; increasing a fee. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Finance
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2126 86-0 (2019) Author: King, Ken Relating to height limitations for certain vehicles transporting seed cotton or cotton. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2149 86-0 (2019) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to the number of license plates to be issued for and displayed on certain motor vehicles. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2163 86-0 (2019) Author: Bernal, Diego | et. al. Relating to the types of vehicles regulated as neighborhood electric vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2188 86-0 (2019) Author: Frullo, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Relating to the operation of electric and nonelectric bicycles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2219 86-0 (2019) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the operation of public transit vehicles equipped with connected braking systems. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2262 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Ed | et. al. Relating to the use of traffic surveillance systems. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2291 86-0 (2019) Author: Buckley, Brad Relating to the operation of a gas-powered bicycle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2292 86-0 (2019) Author: Buckley, Brad | et. al. Relating to the operation of a slow-moving vehicle on an improved shoulder. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2301 86-0 (2019) Author: Landgraf, Brooks Relating to the operation of personal delivery and mobile carrying devices. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2311 86-0 (2019) Author: Kacal, Kyle Relating to the portion retained by a municipality or county of certain fines imposed for a criminal offense. House: County Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2323 86-0 (2019) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to registration of a motor vehicle alleged to have been involved in a violation detected by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2332 86-0 (2019) Author: Cortez, Philip Relating to the prima facie speed limit in certain urban districts. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2386 86-0 (2019) Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the exclusion of the operation of certain vehicles from commercial driver's license requirements. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Placed on local & uncontested calendar
HB 2415 86-0 (2019) Author: Darby, Drew Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2475 86-0 (2019) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the indigent status of a person for purposes of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2495 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Ed Relating to the considerations when determining whether a person is an employee of a motor carrier or an independent contractor. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2517 86-0 (2019) Author: Romero, Ramon Relating to transporting dogs in open truck or trailer beds in certain counties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2620 86-0 (2019) Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles, including the enforcement of motor vehicle size and weight limitations; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 2622 86-0 (2019) Author: Phelan, Dade Relating to surcharges assessed under the driver responsibility program; authorizing surcharges; reducing, repealing, and waiving surcharges. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2656 86-0 (2019) Author: Rosenthal, Jon Relating to the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; authorizing a civil penalty. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 2661 86-0 (2019) Author: Blanco, César Relating to requiring school districts to adopt a policy regarding the idling of the engine of a school bus. House: Environmental Regulation Considered in Calendars
HB 2681 86-0 (2019) Author: Minjarez, Ina Relating to the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2717 86-0 (2019) Author: Harless, Sam Relating to the use of a turn signal before turning a vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2807 86-0 (2019) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to regulation and liability of certain vehicles on a highway; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 2837 86-0 (2019) Author: Canales, Terry
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the operation of and equipment for vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3161 86-0 (2019) Author: Bailes, Ernest | et. al. Relating to the operation of a vehicle transporting equipment used to load timber. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3171 86-0 (2019) Author: Krause, Matt
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the classification and operation of mopeds and certain motorcycles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3262 86-0 (2019) Author: Buckley, Brad Relating to the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway. House: Transportation Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3446 86-0 (2019) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 3460 86-0 (2019) Author: Thompson, Ed
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 3473 86-0 (2019) Author: Perez, Mary Ann Relating to the fee for a permit authorizing the movement of certain vehicles transporting an intermodal shipping container. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3474 86-0 (2019) Author: Perez, Mary Ann Relating to increasing the fee for a permit authorizing the movement of certain vehicles transporting an intermodal shipping container. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3476 86-0 (2019) Author: Perez, Mary Ann Relating to the movement of certain vehicles transporting an intermodal shipping container on a road or bridge for which a maximum weight or load has been established by a municipality. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3558 86-0 (2019) Author: Farrar, Jessica Relating to capturing images of the illegal passing of a stationary tow truck. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 3571 86-0 (2019) Author: Buckley, Brad Relating to the exclusion of the operation of certain vehicles from commercial driver's license requirements. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3646 86-0 (2019) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to operating a motor vehicle while a person is occupying the trunk of the motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3725 86-0 (2019) Author: Tinderholt, Tony Relating to the enforcement of traffic laws by private institutions of higher education. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3762 86-0 (2019) Author: Burrows, Dustin Relating to size limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3871 86-0 (2019) Author: Krause, Matt
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the process for establishing speed limits on roads near certain schools. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
HB 3901 86-0 (2019) Author: Farrar, Jessica Relating to the authority of counties and municipalities to lower speed limits on certain highways. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3953 86-0 (2019) Author: Murr, Andrew Relating to motor vehicle operation and accidents. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 4020 86-0 (2019) Author: Murr, Andrew Relating to offenses involving leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4064 86-0 (2019) Author: Phelan, Dade Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities and counties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4140 86-0 (2019) Author: Murr, Andrew Relating to license plate flippers. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 4144 86-0 (2019) Author: Toth, Steve Relating to the designation of a constable or deputy constable as a weight enforcement officer in certain counties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4243 86-0 (2019) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to the terminology used to describe transportation-related accidents. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4265 86-0 (2019) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the rules of the road regarding red signals at certain traffic-control signals. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4292 86-0 (2019) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the waiver of certain surcharges assessed under the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 4294 86-0 (2019) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the imposition of a time payment fee on certain persons convicted of a criminal offense. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 4484 86-0 (2019) Author: Wray, John Relating to prohibiting the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4499 86-0 (2019) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 43 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 44 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the use of a wireless communication device by a state officer or employee while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 77 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the use of information from traffic surveillance technology by governmental entities. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 79 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the elimination of a requirement that certain buses that transport schoolchildren be equipped with three-point seat belts. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 87 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the vehicle safety inspection program for certain vehicles; imposing replacement fees. Senate: Transportation Left pending in committee
SB 169 86-0 (2019) Author: Nichols, Robert Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on escort flag vehicles. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 191 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris | et. al. Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; temporarily increasing a criminal fine. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 273 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles on certain highways during periods of traffic congestion. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 274 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the driver responsibility program; reducing the amounts of surcharges. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 356 86-0 (2019) Author: Nichols, Robert Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. Senate: Transportation Committee report printed and distributed
SB 413 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al. Relating to registration of a motor vehicle alleged to have been involved in a violation detected by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 549 86-0 (2019) Author: West, Royce | et. al. Relating to the operation of motor-assisted scooters. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
No action taken in committee
SB 571 86-0 (2019) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the authority of a municipality to lower speed limits on certain highways. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 577 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; increasing a criminal fine. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 636 86-0 (2019) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois
Sponsor: Calanni, Gina | et. al.
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 653 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al. Relating to prohibiting the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 663 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the punishment for the offense of driving while license invalid. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 688 86-0 (2019) Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: King, Ken
Relating to height limitations for certain vehicles transporting seed cotton or cotton. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/19
SB 779 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the prima facie speed limit in certain urban districts. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 780 86-0 (2019) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 805 86-0 (2019) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the number of license plates to be issued for and displayed on certain motor vehicles. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 809 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to weight limitations for over-the-road buses. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 892 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José
Sponsor: Israel, Celia
Relating to the exhaust emission systems of certain diesel-powered motor vehicles. House: Environmental Regulation
Senate: Transportation
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 918 86-0 (2019) Author: Huffman, Joan | et. al. Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; eliminating program surcharges; authorizing and increasing criminal fines; increasing a fee. Senate: Finance Co-author authorized
SB 969 86-0 (2019) Author: Hancock, Kelly
Sponsor: Landgraf, Brooks
Relating to the operation of personal delivery and mobile carrying devices. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1023 86-0 (2019) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the prima facie speed limit on certain streets and highways. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1064 86-0 (2019) Author: Flores, Peter Relating to the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1091 86-0 (2019) Author: Nichols, Robert
Sponsor: Ashby, Trent
Relating to vehicles eligible for veteran toll discount programs. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1135 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the operation of public transit vehicles equipped with connected braking systems. Senate: Transportation No action taken in committee
SB 1183 86-0 (2019) Author: Campbell, Donna Relating to the process for establishing speed limits on roads near certain schools. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1201 86-0 (2019) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the waiver of certain driver responsibility program surcharges on proof of commitment to enlist in the armed forces. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1363 86-0 (2019) Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: Lang, Mike | et. al.
Relating to highway maintenance or construction vehicles and certain service vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1364 86-0 (2019) Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al. Relating to the operation of a vehicle transporting equipment used to load timber. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 1524 86-0 (2019) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the creation of an offense for failing to secure certain children in a rear-facing child passenger safety seat system. Senate: Transportation Left pending in committee
SB 1553 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie | et. al. Relating to the process for establishing speed limits on roads near certain schools. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1717 86-0 (2019) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the issuance of a permit by certain port authorities for the operation and movement of oversize vehicles. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1863 86-0 (2019) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the types of vehicles regulated as neighborhood electric vehicles. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1942 86-0 (2019) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al. Relating to the classification and operation of mopeds and certain motorcycles. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 2084 86-0 (2019) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to operating a motor vehicle while a person is occupying the trunk of the motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 2144 86-0 (2019) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to creating the offense of causing an accident resulting in personal injury or death while operating a motor vehicle without a license; providing a penalty. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 2159 86-0 (2019) Author: Buckingham, Dawn Relating to allowing operators of motor vehicles to treat a stop sign as a yield sign at certain intersections. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 2245 86-0 (2019) Author: Paxton, Angela
Sponsor: Leach, Jeff
Relating to the enforcement of traffic regulations on a public road that is owned, operated, and maintained by a special district. House: County Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 2298 86-0 (2019) Author: Powell, Beverly Relating to school safety measures, including the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; authorizing a civil penalty; imposing a surcharge. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 2359 86-0 (2019) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the operation of off-highway vehicles on a public street, road, or highway. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 62 85-0 (2017) Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense; modifying existing criminal penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: State Affairs
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 67 85-0 (2017) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 76 85-0 (2017) Author: White, James Relating to certain conditions of suspension or renewal of a driver's license. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 113 85-0 (2017) Author: Keough, Mark | et. al. Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system; providing a civil penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 160 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense; modifying existing criminal penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 275 85-0 (2017) Author: Gonzales, Larry Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 354 85-0 (2017) Author: Raney, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to the process for establishing speed limits on roads near certain schools. House: Transportation
Senate: Education
Left pending in committee
HB 459 85-0 (2017) Author: Dale, Tony Relating to the suspension of a driver's license for the failure to pay a surcharge. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 479 85-0 (2017) Author: Metcalf, Will | et. al. Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 512 85-0 (2017) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to the placement of warning signs in areas where the use of a wireless communication device is prohibited. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 519 85-0 (2017) Author: Turner, Chris | et. al. Relating to the creation of an offense for failing to secure certain children in a rear-facing child passenger safety seat system. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 520 85-0 (2017) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating an offense and providing penalties. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 561 85-0 (2017) Author: Murphy, Jim
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the operation of certain vehicles used for package delivery; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 644 85-0 (2017) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to criminal liability for certain federal motor carrier safety regulation violations; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 684 85-0 (2017) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the required notice of a surcharge assessed under the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 714 85-0 (2017) Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the civil prosecution of offenses involving certain municipal parking ordinances; authorizing a civil fine. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 732 85-0 (2017) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to the content of photographic traffic monitoring system signs. House: Transportation Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 808 85-0 (2017) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 809 85-0 (2017) Author: VanDeaver, Gary Relating to prohibiting the use of an electronic device to film or photograph a traffic accident; creating an offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 812 85-0 (2017) Author: Wu, Gene | et. al.
Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to standing in a roadway; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Placed on intent calendar
HB 859 85-0 (2017) Author: Longoria, Oscar Relating to the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images, including images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; creating an offense; providing for the imposition of penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 935 85-0 (2017) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to emergency medical air transportation funding. House: Appropriations
Senate: Finance
Left pending in committee
HB 1016 85-0 (2017) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to the deferral and reduction or waiver of certain surcharges assessed under the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1188 85-0 (2017) Author: Phelan, Dade | et. al. Relating to three-point seat belts on buses that transport schoolchildren. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1223 85-0 (2017) Author: Murr, Andrew | et. al. Relating to the operation and movement of authorized emergency vehicles. House: Transportation Received from the House
HB 1233 85-0 (2017) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to probation of certain disqualifications from driving a commercial motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1236 85-0 (2017) Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al. Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of an unprotected road user; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1240 85-0 (2017) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the rules of the road regarding red signals at certain traffic control signals. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1244 85-0 (2017) Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al. Relating to registration or transfer of title of a motor vehicle alleged to have been involved in a violation detected by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1350 85-0 (2017) Author: Cain, Briscoe | et. al. Relating to pedestrian use of a sidewalk. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1355 85-0 (2017) Author: Wray, John
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1368 85-0 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to the prima facie speed limit in an urban district. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1392 85-0 (2017) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the use of an electronic recovery and access to data prepaid card reader to seize forfeitable property. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1401 85-0 (2017) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to allowing a person to register a motor vehicle when delinquent in the payment of certain civil penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1430 85-0 (2017) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the indigent status of a person for the purposes of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 1436 85-0 (2017) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the offense of possessing an open container of alcohol in a motor vehicle. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1443 85-0 (2017) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to the issuance of a notice to appear for certain misdemeanors. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1570 85-0 (2017) Author: Burns, DeWayne
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 1611 85-0 (2017) Author: VanDeaver, Gary
Sponsor: Hughes, Bryan
Relating to the use of warning devices by stationary authorized emergency vehicles. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1656 85-0 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to the operation of a public transit motor bus by certain mass transit entities on an improved shoulder. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1677 85-0 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Vision Zero Task Force to propose a plan to eliminate traffic deaths in this state. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1699 85-0 (2017) Author: Geren, Charlie
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the participation by qualified persons in the Department of Public Safety's driver record monitoring pilot program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 1745 85-0 (2017) Author: Israel, Celia Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to lower speed limits on certain highways. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1748 85-0 (2017) Author: VanDeaver, Gary Relating to the use of a portable electronic device while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1757 85-0 (2017) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al. Relating to the impoundment of a motor vehicle operated without financial responsibility by a driver who does not have a driver's license; authorizing a fee. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 1789 85-0 (2017) Author: Pickett, Joseph Relating to motor vehicle size and weight limitations. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1791 85-0 (2017) Author: Pickett, Joseph
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the use of connected braking systems to maintain distance between vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 1876 85-0 (2017) Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al. Relating to size and weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1956 85-0 (2017) Author: Springer, Drew
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the operation of certain off-highway vehicles. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2065 85-0 (2017) Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to fines collected by a county or municipality from the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 2068 85-0 (2017) Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Miles, Borris
Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; authorizing and increasing criminal fines. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Not again placed on intent calendar
HB 2142 85-0 (2017) Author: Kacal, Kyle Relating to oversize or overweight vehicles transporting livestock feed, grain, or grain by-products. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2212 85-0 (2017) Author: Stephenson, Phil Relating to weight limitations for natural gas motor vehicles. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2267 85-0 (2017) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to the use of hazard warning lamps to warn approaching vehicles of stopped traffic. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2276 85-0 (2017) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to an increase in and the use of the fee for permits issued for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles carrying cargo in Hidalgo County. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2319 85-0 (2017) Author: Paddie, Chris | et. al.
Sponsor: Creighton, Brandon
Relating to the operation of certain overweight vehicles on highways; imposing a fee. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 2366 85-0 (2017) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on airport security vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2462 85-0 (2017) Author: Pickett, Joseph Relating to the titling of motor vehicles; creating a criminal offense and authorizing fees. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2477 85-0 (2017) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to the authority of certain municipal employees to request the removal and storage of certain abandoned or illegally parked or operated vehicles. House: Urban Affairs Received from the House
HB 2568 85-0 (2017) Author: Pickett, Joseph Relating to a review of the motor vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program to vehicles of certain model years. House: Environmental Regulation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2778 85-0 (2017) Author: Faircloth, Wayne Relating to permits for oversize and overweight vehicles in a certain county. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2781 85-0 (2017) Author: Miller, Rick | et. al. Relating to county authority related to the removal and storage of vehicles and other personal property from a roadway and the regulation of vehicle storage facilities, junkyards, and automobile wrecking and salvage yards; authorizing fees. House: County Affairs Referred to County Affairs
HB 2812 85-0 (2017) Author: Oliverson, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on security patrol vehicles. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Criminal Justice
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HB 2862 85-0 (2017) Author: King, Ken Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting fluid milk; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2934 85-0 (2017) Author: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al. Relating to the civil consequences imposed on persons arrested for, charged with, or convicted of certain criminal offenses. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2957 85-0 (2017) Author: Wray, John Relating to permits for certain vehicles being operated in connection with a motor sports racing event. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2968 85-0 (2017) Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to the operation of a golf cart or utility vehicle on a public highway in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 3061 85-0 (2017) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to operating a motor vehicle while a person is occupying the trunk of the motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3087 85-0 (2017) Author: Morrison, Geanie W.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the definitions of highway maintenance and service vehicles for purposes of certain provisions governing vehicle equipment. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3131 85-0 (2017) Author: Martinez, Armando
Sponsor: Rodríguez, José
Relating to the disposal of certain motor vehicles to a motor vehicle demolisher. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 3194 85-0 (2017) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles carrying livestock. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 3254 85-0 (2017) Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the regulation of a motor carrier and the enforcement of motor carrier regulations; authorizing the imposition of a fee; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 1/1/18
HB 3255 85-0 (2017) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to motor vehicle size and weight limitations, including the enforcement of those limitations; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3259 85-0 (2017) Author: Shaheen, Matt Relating to the enforcement of penalties imposed by a local authority using a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3455 85-0 (2017) Author: Wilson, Terry M. Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain counties. House: Transportation Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
HB 3500 85-0 (2017) Author: González, Mary Relating to vehicles used in the maintenance of electrical power lines; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3547 85-0 (2017) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to the requirement that the name of a state agency be printed on certain state motor vehicles. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 3612 85-0 (2017) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to vehicles used in the maintenance of electrical power lines; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3805 85-0 (2017) Author: Burns, DeWayne Relating to motor vehicle weight enforcement by certain weight enforcement officers. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3854 85-0 (2017) Author: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al. Relating to the movement of certain vehicles transporting an intermodal shipping container; authorizing a fee; creating an offense. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call
HB 3950 85-0 (2017) Author: Gonzales, Larry Relating to motor vehicle accident reports. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3980 85-0 (2017) Author: Pickett, Joseph Relating to requiring a referendum regarding the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4018 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to the operation of automated motor vehicles on highways in this state for research and testing purposes. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4019 85-0 (2017) Author: Giddings, Helen Relating to the collection of surcharges assessed under the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 4043 85-0 (2017) Author: Bernal, Diego Relating to the definition of a neighborhood electric vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4215 85-0 (2017) Author: Swanson, Valoree Relating to distracted driving collisions; creating an offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 30 85-0 (2017) Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to inclusion of instruction regarding interaction with peace officers in the required curriculum for certain public school students and in driver education courses and to civilian interaction training for peace officers. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 31 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense; modifying existing criminal penalties. Senate: State Affairs Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 57 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the use of a wireless communication device by a state officer or employee while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 67 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense. Senate: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
SB 88 85-0 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al. Relating to the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
SB 90 85-0 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. Senate: Transportation Left pending in committee
SB 111 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffines, Don Relating to prohibiting the use of photographic traffic enforcement systems. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 194 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to the use of seat belts on buses that transport schoolchildren. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 266 85-0 (2017) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the driver responsibility program. Senate: Transportation Left pending in committee
SB 278 85-0 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the creation of an offense for failing to secure certain children in a rear-facing child passenger safety seat system. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 288 85-0 (2017) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles on certain highways during periods of traffic congestion. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 346 85-0 (2017) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the rules of the road regarding red signals at certain traffic control signals. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 480 85-0 (2017) Author: Burton, Konni | et. al. Relating to the use of an electronic recovery and access to data prepaid card reader to seize forfeitable property. Senate: State Affairs Co-author authorized
SB 599 85-0 (2017) Author: Burton, Konni Relating to the deferral and reduction or waiver of certain surcharges assessed under the driver responsibility program. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 661 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffines, Don Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 684 85-0 (2017) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to the local regulation of the operation of utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles, and recreational off-highway vehicles on public roadways. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 693 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al.
Sponsor: Phelan, Dade | et. al.
Relating to three-point seat belts on buses that transport schoolchildren. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 779 85-0 (2017) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to the indigent status of a person for the purposes of the driver responsibility program. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 906 85-0 (2017) Author: Birdwell, Brian Relating to the movement of portable building units over a state highway; authorizing a fee. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1078 85-0 (2017) Author: Burton, Konni Relating to the offense of leaving a motor vehicle unattended. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
SB 1102 85-0 (2017) Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to weight limitations for natural gas motor vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1187 85-0 (2017) Author: West, Royce | et. al.
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the offense of operating a motor vehicle without financial responsibility. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1244 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al. Relating to the prima facie speed limit in an urban district. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1245 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José | et. al. Relating to the creation of the Vision Zero Task Force to propose a plan to eliminate traffic deaths in this state. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1274 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of an unprotected road user; creating a criminal offense. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1282 85-0 (2017) Author: Huffines, Don Relating to prohibiting the use of automated traffic control systems. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1291 85-0 (2017) Author: Creighton, Brandon
Sponsor: Faircloth, Wayne
Relating to permits for oversize and overweight vehicles in a certain county. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 1311 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia | et. al. Relating to the creation of a Texas resident driver's permit, provisional Texas resident driver's permit, and Texas resident driver's instruction permit and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; creating an offense. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1356 85-0 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to distracted driving collisions; creating an offense. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1383 85-0 (2017) Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: King, Ken
Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting fluid milk; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 1/1/18
SB 1384 85-0 (2017) Author: Perry, Charles
Sponsor: Burrows, Dustin
Relating to the designation of certain legislation on contract carriers as the Justin Little Act. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1524 85-0 (2017) Author: Nichols, Robert | et. al.
Sponsor: Morrison, Geanie W. | et. al.
Relating to the movement of certain vehicles, including vehicles transporting an intermodal shipping container; authorizing a fee; creating an offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 1/1/18
SB 1830 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the use of connected braking systems to maintain distance between vehicles. Senate: Transportation Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1874 85-0 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Juan Relating to vehicles used in the maintenance of electrical power lines; creating a criminal offense. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 2004 85-0 (2017) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the operation of a public transit motor bus by certain mass transit entities on an improved shoulder. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 2076 85-0 (2017) Author: Rodríguez, José
Sponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the titling of motor vehicles; creating a criminal offense and authorizing fees. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
See remarks for effective date
SB 2102 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to lower speed limits on certain highways. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 2103 85-0 (2017) Author: Garcia, Sylvia Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to alter prima facie speed limits. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2185 85-0 (2017) Author: Miles, Borris Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and the amount and allocation of state traffic fine funds; authorizing and increasing criminal fines. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 2202 85-0 (2017) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the authority of school districts and school district students to participate in University Interscholastic League competitions. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 2205 85-0 (2017) Author: Hancock, Kelly | et. al.
Sponsor: Geren, Charlie
Relating to automated motor vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
SB 2227 85-0 (2017) Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando
Relating to an increase in the fee for permits issued for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles carrying cargo in Hidalgo County. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/17
HB 117 85-1 (2017) Author: Uresti, Tomas Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 171 85-1 (2017) Author: Goldman, Craig | et. al. Relating to prosecution of certain offenses involving and preemption of local regulation of the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 205 85-1 (2017) Author: Pickett, Joseph Relating to a review of the motor vehicle emissions inspection and maintenance program to vehicles of certain model years. House: Environmental Regulation Left pending in committee
HB 221 85-1 (2017) Author: Pickett, Joseph Relating to motor vehicle size and weight limitations. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 235 85-1 (2017) Author: Fallon, Pat Relating to registration of a motor vehicle alleged to have been involved in a violation detected by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 327 85-1 (2017) Author: Davis, Sarah Relating to the placement of warning signs in areas where the use of a wireless communication device is prohibited. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 384 85-1 (2017) Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al. Relating to the operation of a utility vehicle on a public highway in certain counties. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 15 85-1 (2017) Author: Huffines, Don | et. al. Relating to prosecution of certain offenses involving and preemption of local regulation of the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Business & Commerce Received from the Senate
SB 25 85-1 (2017) Author: Hall, Bob Relating to distracted driving; creating a criminal offense. Filed
SB 39 85-1 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense. Filed
SB 58 85-1 (2017) Author: Huffines, Don Relating to the elimination of regular mandatory vehicle safety inspections. Filed
SB 92 85-1 (2017) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to distracted driving; adding a provision subject to a criminal penalty. Filed
HB 64 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the use of a portable wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating an offense; providing penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 80 84-0 (2015) Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the use of a portable wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense; modifying existing criminal penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: State Affairs
Placed on intent calendar
HB 141 84-0 (2015) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating an offense and providing penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 142 84-0 (2015) Author: Stickland, Jonathan | et. al. Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 166 84-0 (2015) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to the issuance of a safety belt exemption placard. House: Transportation Left pending in subcommittee
HB 214 84-0 (2015) Author: Harless, Patricia Relating to the use of a portable wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating an offense; providing penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 243 84-0 (2015) Author: Longoria, Oscar Relating to the route a school bus takes when transporting a public school student. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 383 84-0 (2015) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al. Relating to unprotected road users; providing penalties; creating an offense. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 439 84-0 (2015) Author: Gonzales, Larry | et. al. Relating to the titling, registration, and operation of an autocycle; clarifying the vehicles that may be operated under certain licenses; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call
HB 441 84-0 (2015) Author: Gonzales, Larry
Sponsor: Schwertner, Charles
Relating to the use of a court order as an occupational license. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 461 84-0 (2015) Author: Canales, Terry Relating to the creation of an offense for smoking tobacco in a passenger vehicle with a child present. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 471 84-0 (2015) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to safety equipment requirements for certain cyclists; changing the elements of an offense. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 509 84-0 (2015) Author: Raney, John
Sponsor: Hancock, Kelly
Relating to the process for establishing speed limits on roads near certain schools. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 636 84-0 (2015) Author: Springer, Drew Relating to the fines for the operation of overweight vehicles transporting agricultural products. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 716 84-0 (2015) Author: Lozano, J. M.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the certification of certain peace officers to enforce commercial motor vehicle safety standards. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 740 84-0 (2015) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to the content of photographic traffic monitoring system signs. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 745 84-0 (2015) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to the installation of solar-powered stop signs by a property owners' association. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 789 84-0 (2015) Author: Miller, Rick | et. al.
Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to license plates issued to retired members of the military. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 1/1/16
HB 813 84-0 (2015) Author: Muñoz, Jr., Sergio Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles during periods of traffic congestion. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 823 84-0 (2015) Author: Wu, Gene Relating to criminal liability for certain federal motor carrier safety regulation violations; increasing a criminal penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 864 84-0 (2015) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the rules of the road regarding red signals at certain traffic control signals. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 933 84-0 (2015) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the testing of autonomous motor vehicles; creating a border security pilot program. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 936 84-0 (2015) Author: Murphy, Jim Relating to the operation of a neighborhood electric vehicle. House: Transportation Withdrawn from schedule
HB 955 84-0 (2015) Author: Turner, Chris | et. al. Relating to the creation of an offense for failing to secure certain children in a rear-facing child passenger safety seat system. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1107 84-0 (2015) Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Kolkhorst, Lois
Relating to criminal liability for certain federal motor carrier safety violations; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Left pending in committee
HB 1131 84-0 (2015) Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al. Relating to prohibiting the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1165 84-0 (2015) Author: Burkett, Cindy Relating to the disposition of administrative penalties and fines collected for violations of certain laws involving the operation of an overweight vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1238 84-0 (2015) Author: Bonnen, Dennis Relating to requirements for construction and maintenance work zones; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1252 84-0 (2015) Author: Pickett, Joseph
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to uniform weighing procedures requirements for motor vehicle weight enforcement officers. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 1297 84-0 (2015) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni Relating to the transportation of unsecured objects by a vehicle; creating an offense. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1324 84-0 (2015) Author: Israel, Celia | et. al. Relating to the establishment and operation of a motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1352 84-0 (2015) Author: Turner, Chris Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating an offense and providing penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1368 84-0 (2015) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to annual permits to move certain equipment; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1567 84-0 (2015) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to the offense of driving while license invalid. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1578 84-0 (2015) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1631 84-0 (2015) Author: Phelan, Dade Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities and counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 1709 84-0 (2015) Author: Harless, Patricia
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the closing, abandoning, and vacating of a public road by a county; authorizing the imposition of a fee. House: County Affairs
Senate: Natural Resources & Economic Development
Effective immediately
HB 1710 84-0 (2015) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to an election to repeal a photographic traffic signal enforcement system ordinance. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1721 84-0 (2015) Author: Koop, Linda | et. al. Relating to the criminal and civil prosecution of certain offenses involving parking in a space designated for persons with disabilities. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 1795 84-0 (2015) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to the eligibility for indigent status for purposes of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1888 84-0 (2015) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni
Sponsor: Taylor, Van
Relating to commercial driver's licenses and commercial learner's permits and the operation of commercial motor vehicles; authorizing a fee; increasing a penalty. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
See remarks for effective date
HB 1916 84-0 (2015) Author: Sheffield, J. D. Relating to the enforcement of certain local traffic laws on the campus of a public or private institution of higher education. House: Higher Education Referred to Higher Education
HB 1985 84-0 (2015) Author: Capriglione, Giovanni Relating to the use of high occupancy vehicle lanes by motor vehicles displaying license plates issued to veterans with disabilities. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs No action taken in committee
HB 2106 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the use of a portable wireless communication device to send a text-based communication while operating a motor vehicle; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2194 84-0 (2015) Author: Springer, Drew | et. al.
Sponsor: Burton, Konni
Relating to the offense of leaving a motor vehicle unattended. House: Transportation
Senate: Administration
Effective immediately
HB 2320 84-0 (2015) Author: Peña, Gilbert Relating to requirements for a peace officer stopping a motor vehicle for a suspected violation of a traffic law. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 2347 84-0 (2015) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to the rules of the road regarding red signals at certain traffic control signals. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2442 84-0 (2015) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to allowing a person to register a motor vehicle when delinquent in the payment of certain civil penalties. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2459 84-0 (2015) Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al. Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of an unprotected road user; creating a criminal offense. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2516 84-0 (2015) Author: Keffer, Jim Relating to the certification of municipal police officers to enforce commercial motor vehicle safety standards. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2554 84-0 (2015) Author: White, Molly | et. al. Relating to pedestrian use of a sidewalk. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2592 84-0 (2015) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to the operation of ready-mixed concrete trucks on public roadways in this state; modifying provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2606 84-0 (2015) Author: King, Ken | et. al. Relating to the movement of oil well servicing and drilling machinery on public highways; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2633 84-0 (2015) Author: Hernandez, Ana | et. al.
Sponsor: Perry, Charles
Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
Senate: State Affairs
Effective immediately
HB 2701 84-0 (2015) Author: Pickett, Joseph Relating to the regulation of motor vehicles by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the Department of Public Safety; creating and modifying criminal offenses; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty; imposing, authorizing, and increasing fees. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2779 84-0 (2015) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the authority of a local government to impose a civil penalty for certain failures to obey a traffic-control signal. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2781 84-0 (2015) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the enforcement of traffic laws by local authorities. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2957 84-0 (2015) Author: Klick, Stephanie Relating to motorcycle footrest and handhold requirements; amending provisions subject to a criminal penalty. House: Transportation Referred directly to s/c on Long-term Infrastructure Planning by chair
HB 2972 84-0 (2015) Author: Stephenson, Phil Relating to notice concerning the availability to persons who transport agricultural products of an overweight vehicle permit. House: Agriculture & Livestock Referred to Agriculture & Livestock
HB 2975 84-0 (2015) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to speed limits; amending provisions subject to a general criminal penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3020 84-0 (2015) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" Relating to the offense of passing a school bus; increasing a fine. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 3077 84-0 (2015) Author: Zerwas, John | et. al. Relating to funding for trauma facilities, emergency medical services, and emergency medical air transportation. House: Appropriations - S/C on Budget Transparency & Reform
Senate: Finance
Referred to Finance
HB 3129 84-0 (2015) Author: King, Ken Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting milk; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3225 84-0 (2015) Author: Murr, Andrew
Sponsor: Garcia, Sylvia
Relating to lane restrictions for certain motor vehicles in highway construction or maintenance work zones. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
HB 3329 84-0 (2015) Author: Larson, Lyle Relating to turning a motor vehicle in an intersection; adding a provision subject to a criminal penalty. House: Transportation Left pending in subcommittee
HB 3358 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to municipal regulation of passenger transportation for compensation. House: Urban Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3627 84-0 (2015) Author: Guerra, R. D. "Bobby" Relating to a requirement that certain persons convicted of the offense of using a wireless communications device while operating a motor vehicle, motorcycle, or moped be allowed to perform community service. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3714 84-0 (2015) Author: Farney, Marsha Relating to the operation of a golf cart or utility vehicle on a public highway in certain counties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3758 84-0 (2015) Author: Burrows, Dustin Relating to the assessment and disposition of charges for registering a motor vehicle that has been operated while improperly registered. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3780 84-0 (2015) Author: Krause, Matt Relating to the deferral and reduction or waiver of certain surcharges assessed under the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 3817 84-0 (2015) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the photographic enforcement of traffic laws. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3907 84-0 (2015) Author: Dukes, Dawnna Relating to the use of hazard warning lamps to warn approaching vehicles of stopped traffic. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 25 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the use of a portable wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; creating an offense; providing penalties. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 47 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to a study concerning enforcement of following distance laws in this state. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 93 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the suspension of a driver's license for failure to pay a surcharge. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 238 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the use of a wireless communication device by a state officer or employee while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 320 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the enforcement of certain motor vehicle weight and safety standards. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 334 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the rules of the road regarding red signals at certain traffic control signals. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 340 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffines, Don | et. al. Relating to prohibiting the use of photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 422 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the establishment and operation of a motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 442 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles on certain highways during periods of traffic congestion. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 449 84-0 (2015) Author: Bettencourt, Paul
Sponsor: Gonzales, Larry
Relating to the titling, registration, and operation of an autocycle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 562 84-0 (2015) Author: Nichols, Robert
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to annual permits to move certain equipment; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 564 84-0 (2015) Author: West, Royce Relating to the driver responsibility program and the collection of delinquent driver responsibility program surcharges. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 714 84-0 (2015) Author: Hall, Bob | et. al. Relating to the use of automated traffic control systems and photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 1043 84-0 (2015) Author: Nichols, Robert Relating to the regulation of motor vehicles by the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles and the Department of Public Safety; creating a criminal offense; providing a penalty; authorizing fees. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1056 84-0 (2015) Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Turner, Sylvester
Relating to penalties for certain criminal offenses regarding operating a motor vehicle; imposing a fee and changing a surcharge. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1171 84-0 (2015) Author: Nichols, Robert
Sponsor: Paddie, Chris
Relating to the operation of certain oversize or overweight vehicles transporting timber, timber products, or forestry equipment on certain public roadways. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1340 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffines, Don | et. al. Relating to the photographic enforcement of traffic laws. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 1405 84-0 (2015) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to idling the diesel engine of a school bus or commercial charter bus while the bus is parked at a public school, school event, or field trip destination. Senate: Education Referred to Education
SB 1416 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of an unprotected road user; creating a criminal offense. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1493 84-0 (2015) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to emergency medical air transportation funding. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 1530 84-0 (2015) Author: Burton, Konni
Sponsor: Springer, Drew
Relating to the offense of leaving a motor vehicle unattended. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
SB 1539 84-0 (2015) Author: Perry, Charles Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting milk; authorizing a fee. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1617 84-0 (2015) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to municipal regulation of passenger transportation for compensation. Senate: Business & Commerce Referred to Business & Commerce
SB 1709 84-0 (2015) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to criminal liability for certain federal motor carrier safety regulation violations; increasing a criminal penalty. Senate: Transportation Left pending in committee
SB 1715 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway. Senate: Transportation Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 1717 84-0 (2015) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to Prima Facie Speed Limits. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1759 84-0 (2015) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to the transportation of unsecured objects by a vehicle; creating an offense. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1823 84-0 (2015) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to the enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1918 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on motorcycles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/15
SB 1919 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the establishment of a variable speed limit pilot program by the Texas Transportation Commission. Senate: Transportation Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1922 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the funding of the designated trauma facility and emergency medical services account through the imposition of court costs on persons convicted of certain driving-related offenses. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1923 84-0 (2015) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the funding of the designated trauma facility and emergency medical services account through the imposition of court costs on persons convicted of certain driving-related offenses. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 27 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the creation of an offense for certain prohibited uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 41 83-0 (2013) Author: Menéndez, José Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; providing for penalties. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 63 83-0 (2013) Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an offense for use of a handheld wireless communication device for text-based communication while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Co-sponsor authorized
HB 69 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 74 83-0 (2013) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to the exception to disclosure under the public information law of certain personal information contained in a citation issued for a violation of a state traffic law or local traffic ordinance. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 84 83-0 (2013) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to the establishment and operation of a motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 104 83-0 (2013) Author: Gonzales, Larry | et. al. Relating to surcharges associated with and the enforcement of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 108 83-0 (2013) Author: Harless, Patricia Relating to the creation of an offense for use of a handheld wireless communication device for text-based communication while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 299 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to the operation and movement of a vehicle when certain traffic-control signals do not display an indication. House: Transportation Considered in Calendars
HB 307 83-0 (2013) Author: Farias, Joe Relating to safety equipment requirements for certain cyclists; creating an offense. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 347 83-0 (2013) Author: Pitts, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to prohibiting using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle on school property. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 355 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the eligibility of commercial driver's license holders for dismissal of certain charges on completion of a driving safety course. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety No action taken in committee
HB 567 83-0 (2013) Author: Smith, Wayne
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the definition of an authorized emergency vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 606 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the punishment for traffic offenses committed in a construction or maintenance work zone. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 625 83-0 (2013) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the penalty for the operation of a vehicle without a license plate. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 657 83-0 (2013) Author: Lavender, George | et. al. Relating to the number of license plates to be issued for and displayed on motor vehicles. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 689 83-0 (2013) Author: Márquez, Marisa Relating to the use of a photographic traffic enforcement system at a railroad crossing. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 765 83-0 (2013) Author: King, Phil Relating to the disposition of certain misdemeanor offenses committed by a holder of a commercial driver's license. House: Criminal Jurisprudence No action taken in committee
HB 767 83-0 (2013) Author: King, Phil | et. al. Relating to preventing the fraudulent issuance and use of disabled parking placards; providing a civil penalty. House: Transportation Considered in Calendars
HB 777 83-0 (2013) Author: White, James | et. al. Relating to oversize or overweight vehicles transporting timber or timber products; authorizing fees and civil penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 790 83-0 (2013) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety No action taken in committee
HB 811 83-0 (2013) Author: Cook, Byron Relating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain municipalities and counties. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 836 83-0 (2013) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to permits for oversize and overweight vehicles in a certain county. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 926 83-0 (2013) Author: Moody, Joe Relating to the penalty for the offense of leaving the scene of an accident that involves personal injury or death. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 1044 83-0 (2013) Author: Eiland, Craig
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles; creating an offense. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1097 83-0 (2013) Author: Sheets, Kenneth
Sponsor: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the amount of a fine for certain traffic offenses committed in a construction or maintenance work zone. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1174 83-0 (2013) Author: Fallon, Pat | et. al.
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the penalties for illegally passing a stopped school bus. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 1216 83-0 (2013) Author: Craddick, Tom Relating to the penalty for the offense of reckless driving. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1380 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez, Armando | et. al. Relating to passing certain vehicles on a highway; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1607 83-0 (2013) Author: Farney, Marsha
Sponsor: Nichols, Robert
Relating to the authority of the commissioners court of a county to alter speed limits on county roads. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 1816 83-0 (2013) Author: Cortez, Philip | et. al. Relating to lighting requirements for drivers during motor vehicle stops. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 1949 83-0 (2013) Author: Gutierrez, Roland Relating to the authority of the Texas Transportation Commission to alter speed limits. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 2102 83-0 (2013) Author: Guillen, Ryan | et. al. Relating to the authority of the governor to suspend requirements applicable to motor carriers during certain emergencies; authorizing a fee. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 2132 83-0 (2013) Author: Kolkhorst, Lois Relating to the certification and regulation of escort flag vehicle pilots; authorizing fees. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2204 83-0 (2013) Author: Pickett, Joseph
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the establishment of a variable speed limit pilot program by the Texas Transportation Commission. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
HB 2225 83-0 (2013) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al. Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of an unprotected road user; providing penalties. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2279 83-0 (2013) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to motorcycle training and the license requirements for a three-wheeled motorcycle; creating an offense. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 2330 83-0 (2013) Author: Gooden, Lance Relating to regulation of traffic in a special district by a commissioners court. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2346 83-0 (2013) Author: Zedler, Bill Relating to the use, sale, purchase, or possession of a license plate flipper device; creating an offense. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2420 83-0 (2013) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to the authority of a local government to impose a civil penalty for certain failures to obey a traffic-control signal. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2421 83-0 (2013) Author: Elkins, Gary Relating to allowing a person to register a motor vehicle when delinquent in the payment of certain civil penalties. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2742 83-0 (2013) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to the operation of a golf cart or utility vehicle on a public highway in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 2882 83-0 (2013) Author: Raymond, Richard Peña Relating to the movement of certain commercial motor vehicles by convoy on state highways. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2973 83-0 (2013) Author: Gonzalez, Naomi Relating to penalties for displaying vehicles for sale in certain public areas. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2986 83-0 (2013) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to certain solicitations of professional employment for the provision of legal services; creating an offense. House: Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
HB 3025 83-0 (2013) Author: Zedler, Bill | et. al. Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Urban Affairs Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 3056 83-0 (2013) Author: Herrero, Abel Relating to the penalty for the offense of leaving the scene of an accident that involves personal injury or death. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 3094 83-0 (2013) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to the fines for and other enforcement of laws providing for the operation of oversize or overweight vehicles; creating an offense. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3172 83-0 (2013) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to the content of photographic traffic monitoring system signs. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3246 83-0 (2013) Author: Callegari, Bill Relating to fines for speed limit violations. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 3256 83-0 (2013) Author: Kacal, Kyle | et. al.
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to the eligibility of certain vehicles to be operated as farm vehicles on a road or highway in this state. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3290 83-0 (2013) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of a vulnerable road user; providing penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3410 83-0 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to the penalty for the operation of a vehicle without a license plate. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3413 83-0 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to the operation and movement of authorized emergency vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Referred to Transportation
HB 3414 83-0 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to motorcycle and all-terrain vehicle training; creating an offense. House: Transportation Withdrawn from schedule
HB 3415 83-0 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to driving on an improved shoulder. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3418 83-0 (2013) Author: Lavender, George Relating to oversize or overweight vehicles transporting timber or timber products. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3478 83-0 (2013) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images, including images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; providing for the imposition of penalties. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 3523 83-0 (2013) Author: Lewis, Tryon
Sponsor: Paxton, Ken
Relating to punishment for the offense of driving a commercial motor vehicle without a commercial driver's license. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Returned from the House for further action
HB 3676 83-0 (2013) Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Paxton, Ken
Relating to the application of restrictions on drivers under 18 years of age. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
HB 3754 83-0 (2013) Author: Farrar, Jessica Relating to vehicles passing a highway construction worker; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3770 83-0 (2013) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the refusal to register motor vehicles by a county assessor-collector or the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles; authorizing a fee. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
SB 28 83-0 (2013) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the creation of an offense for use of a handheld wireless communication device for text-based communication while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation Co-author authorized
SB 274 83-0 (2013) Author: Williams, Tommy
Sponsor: Eiland, Craig
Relating to permits for oversize and overweight vehicles in a certain county. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 277 83-0 (2013) Author: Watson, Kirk Relating to the operation and movement of a vehicle when certain traffic-control signals do not display an indication. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 335 83-0 (2013) Author: Rodríguez, José Relating to the use of a photographic traffic enforcement system at a railroad crossing. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 510 83-0 (2013) Author: Nichols, Robert
Sponsor: Martinez, Armando | et. al.
Relating to passing certain vehicles on a highway; providing a penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 763 83-0 (2013) Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to motorcycle training, the enforcement of certification standards for motorcycles, and the license requirements for a three-wheeled motorcycle; creating an offense. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation
Effective on 9/1/13
SB 796 83-0 (2013) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to a study on the use of technology and other methods to report, track, and prevent traffic violations and accidents. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1287 83-0 (2013) Author: Williams, Tommy | et. al. Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles and recreational off-highway vehicles; creating an offense. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1411 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob
Sponsor: Gooden, Lance
Relating to regulation of traffic in a special district by a commissioners court. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Effective immediately
SB 1417 83-0 (2013) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1515 83-0 (2013) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of an unprotected road user; providing penalties. Senate: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 1670 83-0 (2013) Author: Nichols, Robert
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the fees for oversize and overweight vehicle permits. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1917 83-0 (2013) Author: Birdwell, Brian
Sponsor: Cook, Byron
Relating to the definition of an authorized emergency vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 62 83-1 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to driving on an improved shoulder. Filed
HB 71 83-1 (2013) Author: Flynn, Dan Relating to the operation and movement of authorized emergency vehicles. Filed
HB 19 82-0 (2011) Author: Riddle, Debbie | et. al. Relating to the prosecution and punishment of a person operating a motor vehicle without a license. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 37 82-0 (2011) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; providing for penalties. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 42 82-0 (2011) Author: Menendez, Jose
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to the duty imposed on the operator of a motor vehicle that strikes a structure adjacent to a highway. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 93 82-0 (2011) Author: Cook, Byron Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; providing penalties. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 103 82-0 (2011) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the creation of an offense for certain prohibited uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 105 82-0 (2011) Author: Brown, Fred Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 109 82-0 (2011) Author: Brown, Fred
Sponsor: Ogden, Steve
Relating to the temporary lowering of prima facie speed limits at a vehicular accident reconstruction site. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 242 82-0 (2011) Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the enforcement of public safety, including the privileges and duties of certain types of law enforcement officers. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 243 82-0 (2011) Author: Craddick, Tom | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Co-sponsor authorized
HB 258 82-0 (2011) Author: Gonzalez, Naomi Relating to the amount of the state traffic fine. House: Ways & Means Considered in Calendars
HB 287 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio III, Eddie | et. al. Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 288 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while using certain motor vehicles. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 299 82-0 (2011) Author: Berman, Leo Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 378 82-0 (2011) Author: Guillen, Ryan
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to stationary tow trucks on a highway; providing a penalty. House: Licensing & Administrative Procedures
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 478 82-0 (2011) Author: Orr, Rob
Sponsor: Birdwell, Brian
Relating to certain court costs associated with the offense of failing to secure a child passenger in a motor vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 509 82-0 (2011) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the penalty for the offense of reckless driving. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 567 82-0 (2011) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to authorizing justice, municipal, and juvenile courts to obtain evidence that certain minors are in compliance with mandatory school attendance requirements and suspend driver's licenses or permits for failure to comply. House: Corrections Left pending in committee
HB 641 82-0 (2011) Author: Veasey, Marc Relating to insurance requirements for certain contract carriers. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 676 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 885 82-0 (2011) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the operation and movement of a vehicle when certain traffic-control signals do not display an indication. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 887 82-0 (2011) Author: Geren, Charlie | et. al.
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to registration of a motor vehicle alleged to have been involved in a violation detected by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 959 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to transportation of loose materials. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1010 82-0 (2011) Author: Bonnen, Dennis
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1066 82-0 (2011) Author: Workman, Paul Relating to requiring the use of display timers with certain traffic-control signals. House: Urban Affairs Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 1116 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to prohibiting the sale and use of certain radar interference devices; creating an offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1213 82-0 (2011) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to increasing the penalty for the offense of leaving the scene of an accident that involves personal injury or death. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in committee
HB 1233 82-0 (2011) Author: Gonzalez, Naomi Relating to the amount of the state traffic fine. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1336 82-0 (2011) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images, including images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; providing for the imposition of penalties. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1353 82-0 (2011) Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to speed limits. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1363 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth | et. al. Relating to the transfer of permit procedures and enforcement related to oversize and overweight vehicles from the Texas Department of Transportation to the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 1365 82-0 (2011) Author: Callegari, Bill Relating to requiring flashing lights to be posted before an intersection at which a photographic system is used to enforce compliance with traffic-control signals. House: Urban Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1371 82-0 (2011) Author: Gonzalez, Naomi
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Jose
Relating to vehicle parking requirements in certain municipal housing authority communities. House: Border & Intergovernmental Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1517 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain counties and municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1518 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain municipalities. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1519 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain municipalities. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1523 82-0 (2011) Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the offense of transporting household goods without registration; providing a penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 1561 82-0 (2011) Author: Orr, Rob Relating to the authority of a municipality to implement a photographic traffic signal enforcement system and impose civil penalties. House: Urban Affairs Withdrawn from schedule
HB 1571 82-0 (2011) Author: Miller, Sid Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles during periods of traffic congestion. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1583 82-0 (2011) Author: Farias, Joe | et. al. Relating to safety equipment requirements for certain cyclists; providing a penalty. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Corrected committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1594 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to disposition of fines imposed by certain municipalities for traffic violations. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1609 82-0 (2011) Author: Gonzales, Larry Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Referred to Homeland Security & Public Safety
HB 1613 82-0 (2011) Author: Gooden, Lance Relating to regulation of traffic in a conservation and reclamation district by a commissioners court. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1735 82-0 (2011) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to the requirement of orange frames on certain speed limit signs erected by a municipality. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1736 82-0 (2011) Author: Bohac, Dwayne | et. al. Relating to the penalty for illegally passing stationary authorized emergency vehicles. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1737 82-0 (2011) Author: Bohac, Dwayne
Sponsor: Huffman, Joan
Relating to the installation of a speed feedback sign by a property owners' association. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 1762 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to regulation of high occupancy vehicle lanes operated, managed, or maintained by a regional transportation authority; providing penalties. House: Transportation Companion considered in lieu of in committee
HB 1795 82-0 (2011) Author: Aliseda, Jose
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to permits issued for moving certain oil well servicing or drilling machinery. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 1810 82-0 (2011) Author: Burnam, Lon Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program and to the replacement of the revenue derived from the driver responsibility program through an increase in the tax on cigarettes. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 2157 82-0 (2011) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2185 82-0 (2011) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to the eligibility of commercial driver's license holders for dismissal of certain charges on completion of a driving safety course. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 2327 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the establishment and operation of a motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Vetoed by the Governor
HB 2357 82-0 (2011) Author: Pickett, Joseph
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to motor vehicles; providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
See remarks for effective date
HB 2361 82-0 (2011) Author: Truitt, Vicki Relating to the authority of a municipality, a county, or the Department of Public Safety to enforce compliance with posted speed limits by an automated traffic control system. House: Urban Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2443 82-0 (2011) Author: Price, Walter "Four" Relating to the offense of remaining, parking vehicles, or erecting structures on certain state property. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 2466 82-0 (2011) Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the licensing and operation of motor vehicles by minors. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2500 82-0 (2011) Author: Lozano, J. M. Relating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain counties. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 2535 82-0 (2011) Author: Castro, Joaquin Relating to a requirement that middle, junior high, and high school and higher education students wear reflective clothing or gear while participating in nighttime athletic events or activities; providing penalties. House: Government Efficiency & Reform Left pending in committee
HB 2541 82-0 (2011) Author: Solomons, Burt
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the regulation of traffic on certain roads by counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2566 82-0 (2011) Author: Gonzalez, Naomi Relating to penalties for displaying vehicles for sale in certain public areas. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2570 82-0 (2011) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to municipal prohibition of the use of low-speed vehicles to transport passengers for hire. House: Urban Affairs Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 2596 82-0 (2011) Author: Garza, John
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authority of certain municipalities to lower speed limits on certain highways. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2628 82-0 (2011) Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to the posting of signs in school crossing zones regarding the prohibited use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 2730 82-0 (2011) Author: White, James Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2767 82-0 (2011) Author: Strama, Mark Relating to the parking of construction equipment and certain motor vehicles; creating an offense. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2790 82-0 (2011) Author: Hunter, Todd Relating to the operation of a golf cart or utility vehicle on a public highway in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 2851 82-0 (2011) Author: Mallory Caraway, Barbara
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Jose
Relating to deferral of certain surcharge payments for military personnel deployed outside of the continental United States. House: Defense & Veterans' Affairs
Senate: Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 2852 82-0 (2011) Author: Mallory Caraway, Barbara Relating to requiring signs at intersections with photographic traffic monitoring systems and photographic traffic signal enforcement systems. House: Urban Affairs Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 2884 82-0 (2011) Author: Solomons, Burt Relating to coordinated county transportation authorities; creating an offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 2892 82-0 (2011) Author: Sheets, Kenneth Relating to prima facie speed limits. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2897 82-0 (2011) Author: Naishtat, Elliott | et. al. Relating to driving safety courses for individuals younger than 25 years of age receiving deferred disposition for certain traffic offenses. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2981 82-0 (2011) Author: Hunter, Todd
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the operation on a highway or street of a motor vehicle that is drawing a boat or personal watercraft in or on which a child is riding; providing a penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
HB 3064 82-0 (2011) Author: King, Phil | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to preventing the fraudulent issuance and use of disabled parking placards; providing a civil penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 3080 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason Relating to the issuance of a permit for the operation of certain overweight vehicle combinations. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3269 82-0 (2011) Author: Callegari, Bill Relating to certain grants awarded under the new technology research and development program. House: Transportation
Senate: Natural Resources
Referred to Natural Resources
HB 3308 82-0 (2011) Author: Rodriguez, Eddie Relating to the operation of plug-in electric motor vehicles. House: Transportation Postponed
HB 3527 82-0 (2011) Author: Davis, Yvonne Relating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain municipalities. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 3550 82-0 (2011) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to imposing a law enforcement fee for certain offenses, violations, and disqualifications related to commercial motor vehicles and to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HCR 176 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Instructing the enrolling clerk of the house to make corrections in H.B. No. 1517. Signed by the Governor
HR 1348 82-0 (2011) Author: Straus, Joe Expressing the importance of pedestrian safety and driver awareness and welcoming the Alamo Council of the Blind to the Capitol. House: Rules & Resolutions Withdrawn from calendar
HR 1660 82-0 (2011) Author: Straus, Joe Expressing the importance of pedestrian safety and driver awareness and welcoming the American Council of the Blind to the Capitol. House: Rules & Resolutions Reported enrolled
HR 2550 82-0 (2011) Author: Isaac, Jason Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1517. Reported enrolled
HR 2689 82-0 (2011) Author: McClendon, Ruth Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2327. Reported enrolled
SB 46 82-0 (2011) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 86 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane
Sponsor: Miller, Sid
Relating to municipal contracts for enforcement of outstanding traffic violation arrest warrants. House: Homeland Security & Public Safety
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
SB 119 82-0 (2011) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 138 82-0 (2011) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 487 82-0 (2011) Author: Huffman, Joan Relating to increasing the penalty for the offense of leaving the scene of an accident that involves personal injury or death. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 500 82-0 (2011) Author: Jackson, Mike Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by an automated traffic control system or a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 624 82-0 (2011) Author: Whitmire, John Relating to the repeal of the driver responsibility program. Senate: Finance Referred to Finance
SB 921 82-0 (2011) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to regulation of traffic in a conservation and reclamation district by a commissioners court. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 990 82-0 (2011) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to regulation of high occupancy vehicle lanes operated, managed, or maintained by a regional transportation authority; providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1102 82-0 (2011) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the establishment and operation of a motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1249 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the disposition of fines for traffic violations collected by certain counties. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 1330 82-0 (2011) Author: Watson, Kirk
Sponsor: Naishtat, Elliott
Relating to driving safety courses for individuals younger than 25 years of age receiving deferred disposition for certain traffic offenses. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
See remarks for effective date
SB 1376 82-0 (2011) Author: Shapiro, Florence Relating to prohibiting the sale and use of certain radar interference devices; creating an offense. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1402 82-0 (2011) Author: Williams, Tommy
Sponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to motor vehicles; providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1422 82-0 (2011) Author: Nelson, Jane | et. al.
Sponsor: Solomons, Burt
Relating to coordinated county transportation authorities; creating an offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/11
SB 1485 82-0 (2011) Author: West, Royce Relating to the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images, including images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; providing for the imposition of penalties. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1604 82-0 (2011) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security No action taken in committee
SB 1742 82-0 (2011) Author: Fraser, Troy | et. al.
Sponsor: Rodriguez, Eddie | et. al.
Relating to the operation of certain motor vehicles, including establishing a motor vehicle mileage fee pilot program. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1844 82-0 (2011) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to specifying the precinct in a notice to appear before a magistrate issued to a person arrested for a traffic violation. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SR 1252 82-0 (2011) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2327. Reported enrolled
HB 26 81-0 (2009) Author: Leibowitz, David Relating to the registration of certain golf carts with the Texas Department of Transportation. House: Transportation Considered by s/c in public hearing
HB 55 81-0 (2009) Author: Branch, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to an offense of using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 95 81-0 (2009) Author: Hodge, Terri Relating to the authority of certain private institutions of higher education to enter into mutual assistance agreements regarding the enforcement of state or local law. House: Higher Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 149 81-0 (2009) Author: Smith, Todd Relating to the penalty for illegally passing a stopped school bus. House: Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 219 81-0 (2009) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to an offense of using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle in a school crossing zone. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 220 81-0 (2009) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 273 81-0 (2009) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to a motor vehicle passing a bicyclist; providing penalties. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 339 81-0 (2009) Author: Phillips, Larry | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to driver education and driver's licensing requirements. House: Public Education
Senate: Administration
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 356 81-0 (2009) Author: Quintanilla, Chente Relating to the penalty for certain traffic offenses committed while using a wireless communication device. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 438 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 454 81-0 (2009) Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne Relating to the deduction of points or the removal of certain surcharges under the driver responsibility program. House: Public Safety Considered in Calendars
HB 474 81-0 (2009) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images, including images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; providing for the imposition of penalties. House: Public Education Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 528 81-0 (2009) Author: Vaught, Allen | et. al. Relating to the offense of failing to secure a child passenger in a motor vehicle and to fines for the offense. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Laid on the table subject to call
HB 529 81-0 (2009) Author: Miller, Sid | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to operation of a motor vehicle equipped with a blue light. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 548 81-0 (2009) Author: Pickett, Joseph
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the impoundment of certain motor vehicles involved in the commission of the offense of racing on a highway. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 645 81-0 (2009) Author: Veasey, Marc Relating to safety regulations for certain contract carriers. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call
HB 662 81-0 (2009) Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon | et. al. Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle by a person under 18 years of age while using a wireless communications device. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 730 81-0 (2009) Author: Miklos, Robert Relating to the general penalty for violation of a traffic law of this state. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 733 81-0 (2009) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to the definition of a police vehicle for the purposes of certain traffic laws. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 738 81-0 (2009) Author: Quintanilla, Chente Relating to the penalty for an offense committed during the inattentive operation of a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 758 81-0 (2009) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey | et. al. Relating to the creation of an offense for certain prohibited uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 805 81-0 (2009) Author: Quintanilla, Chente | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the definitions of police vehicle and authorized emergency vehicle for the purposes of certain traffic laws. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report printed and distributed
HB 827 81-0 (2009) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al. Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of a vulnerable road user; providing penalties. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 869 81-0 (2009) Author: Farabee, David Relating to the stopping, standing, or parking of certain vehicles on a highway. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 964 81-0 (2009) Author: Cohen, Ellen Relating to the definition of electric bicycle for purposes of regulating the use, registration, and licensing of electric bicycles. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 988 81-0 (2009) Author: Fletcher, Allen Relating to the imposition of a civil penalty against the owner of an authorized emergency vehicle for a violation recorded by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Urban Affairs Considered in Local & Consent Calendars
HB 1027 81-0 (2009) Author: Edwards, Al Relating to the authority of a peace officer to stop, detain, or arrest a person for a violation of certain traffic offenses. House: Public Safety Left pending in committee
HB 1040 81-0 (2009) Author: Parker, Tan | et. al. Relating to a defense to prosecution for the offense of operating a motor vehicle with an expired inspection certificate. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 1158 81-0 (2009) Author: Truitt, Vicki Relating to an enhanced penalty for an operator who commits certain traffic offenses while using a wireless communication device. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1179 81-0 (2009) Author: Chavez, Norma | et. al. Relating to a prohibition on certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1206 81-0 (2009) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1207 81-0 (2009) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating certain vehicles. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1236 81-0 (2009) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to the penalty for failure to yield the right-of-way to a disabled or visually impaired pedestrian. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1254 81-0 (2009) Author: Callegari, Bill Relating to requiring flashing lights to be posted before an intersection at which a photographic system is used to enforce compliance with traffic-control signals. House: Urban Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1267 81-0 (2009) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to a prohibition on certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1343 81-0 (2009) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al.
Sponsor: Van de Putte, Leticia
Relating to blind and disabled pedestrians and failure of the operator of a motor vehicle to yield the right-of-way. House: Transportation
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 1634 81-0 (2009) Author: Smith, Todd | et. al.
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report or certain information in a motor vehicle accident report; providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 1649 81-0 (2009) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle by a person under 18 years of age while using a wireless communications device; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1747 81-0 (2009) Author: Smith, Todd Relating to the release of motor vehicle accident report information. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1790 81-0 (2009) Author: Bolton, Valinda | et. al. Relating to the establishment and operation of a public transit motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. House: Transportation Laid on the table subject to call
HB 1826 81-0 (2009) Author: Smith, Todd Relating to the release of certain motor vehicle accident report information. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 1880 81-0 (2009) Author: Pierson, Paula Relating to an enhanced penalty for an operator who commits certain traffic offenses while using a wireless communication device to read, write, or send a text-based communication. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1909 81-0 (2009) Author: Button, Angie | et. al. Relating to rules of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to motor vehicle idling. House: Environmental Regulation Left pending in committee
HB 1920 81-0 (2009) Author: Kent, Carol | et. al. Relating to rules of the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality related to motor vehicle idling. House: Environmental Regulation Left pending in committee
HB 2530 81-0 (2009) Author: Harless, Patricia
Sponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the authority of a county assessor-collector or the Texas Department of Transportation to refuse to register certain vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2537 81-0 (2009) Author: Creighton, Brandon Relating to the certification of sheriffs and deputy sheriffs to enforce commercial motor vehicle safety standards. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2553 81-0 (2009) Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Sponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the registration and operation of certain motor vehicles. House: Culture, Recreation & Tourism
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
See remarks for effective date
HB 2639 81-0 (2009) Author: Isett, Carl | et. al. Relating to the power of a local authority to enforce compliance with speed limits or a traffic-control signal on a highway or street under its jurisdiction by an automated traffic control system. House: Urban Affairs Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2682 81-0 (2009) Author: Alvarado, Carol | et. al.
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the authority of municipalities to alter speed limits. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2839 81-0 (2009) Author: Riddle, Debbie Relating to the civil and criminal consequences of racing a motor vehicle on a highway. House: Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 2936 81-0 (2009) Author: Driver, Joe Relating to the licensing and regulation of funeral vehicle escort services. House: Public Safety Referred to Public Safety
HB 2952 81-0 (2009) Author: Eiland, Craig Relating to venue for the prosecution and punishment of certain offenses committed on the boundaries of two or more counties. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 3027 81-0 (2009) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3056 81-0 (2009) Author: Turner, Sylvester | et. al. Relating to the driver responsibility program. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 3143 81-0 (2009) Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne | et. al. Relating to weight limits on a vehicle loaded with certain agricultural products. House: Agriculture & Livestock Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3213 81-0 (2009) Author: Edwards, Al Relating to the offense of operating or riding in a passenger vehicle while not secured by a safety belt. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3275 81-0 (2009) Author: Ortiz, Jr., Solomon Relating to approval by the Texas Department of Transportation of the installation of certain photographic traffic signal systems. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3393 81-0 (2009) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to the deposit of fees for oversize and overweight vehicle permits in the state highway fund. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3412 81-0 (2009) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the potential effect of certain convictions on automobile insurance rates. House: Insurance Referred to Insurance
HB 3509 81-0 (2009) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to disqualification from driving a commercial motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3558 81-0 (2009) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to the authority of a local authority to require a person who violates a photographic traffic signal enforcement system to take an intersection safety course. House: Urban Affairs Placed on General State Calendar
HB 3599 81-0 (2009) Author: Brown, Fred
Sponsor: Ellis, Rodney
Relating to the operation of certain three-wheeled vehicles in this state. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3638 81-0 (2009) Author: Hughes, Bryan
Sponsor: Davis, Wendy
Relating to the use of safety belts by the operator of or a passenger in a motor vehicle used exclusively to transport solid waste. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
HB 3702 81-0 (2009) Author: Jackson, Jim Relating to vehicles passing stationary tow trucks on a highway; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3736 81-0 (2009) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to the prohibition on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3794 81-0 (2009) Author: Morrison, Geanie Relating to the securing of a child passenger in a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3912 81-0 (2009) Author: Madden, Jerry Relating to the enforcement of the change interval for a yellow signal at certain intersections. House: Urban Affairs No action taken in committee
HB 3979 81-0 (2009) Author: Hunter, Todd Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle on a highway or street that is drawing a boat or personal watercraft in or on which a person is riding; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4112 81-0 (2009) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to requiring certain defendants convicted of traffic offenses to complete a driver education course. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Subcommittee members named
HB 4240 81-0 (2009) Author: Mallory Caraway, Barbara Relating to the authority of the governing body of a local authority to impose a civil penalty for certain violations recorded by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 4332 81-0 (2009) Author: Hamilton, Mike Relating to the certification of certain municipal police officers to enforce commercial motor vehicle safety standards. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 4400 81-0 (2009) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the forfeiture of certain contraband. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in committee
HB 4449 81-0 (2009) Author: Bolton, Valinda Relating to the criminal consequences of operating a motorcycle on which a person younger than five is a passenger. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 4495 81-0 (2009) Author: King, Phil Relating to the titling, registration, and operation of mini-trucks. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4523 81-0 (2009) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to certain requirements for sunscreening devices that are placed on or attached to a motor vehicle; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Comm. report sent to Local & Consent Calendar
HB 4628 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to school bus safety, including the authority of a school district to implement a monitoring system that captures images of vehicles passing illegally; creating an offense and providing for the imposition of civil and criminal penalties. House: Public Education Left pending in committee
HB 4634 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a commercial motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 4643 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio III, Eddie Relating to the minimum change interval at an intersection at which a photographic traffic monitoring system is in use. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HR 2950 81-0 (2009) Author: Alvarado, Carol Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2682. Reported enrolled
SB 51 81-0 (2009) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to the creation of an offense for certain uses of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 61 81-0 (2009) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al.
Sponsor: Vaught, Allen
Relating to the offense of failing to secure a child passenger in a motor vehicle and to fines for the offense. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 129 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney
Sponsor: Coleman, Garnet
Relating to the maximum speed limit for a neighborhood electric vehicle being operated on a street or highway and to the operation of a motorcycle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 365 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John Relating to the suspension of sentence and deferral of final disposition in certain misdemeanor cases. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 374 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Sheffield, Ralph
Relating to the authority of a county or the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas to enforce compliance with posted speed limits by an automated traffic control system. House: Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 375 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Smith, Todd
Relating to the release of certain motor vehicle accident report information. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 389 81-0 (2009) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the definition of a police vehicle for the purposes of certain traffic laws. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 434 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Bolton, Valinda
Relating to the establishment and operation of a public transit motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 481 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Veasey, Marc
Relating to safety regulations for certain contract carriers. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 488 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle in the vicinity of a vulnerable road user; providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Vetoed by the Governor
SB 506 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles during periods of traffic congestion. House: Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 558 81-0 (2009) Author: Ogden, Steve Relating to the designation of highway safety corridors; providing penalties. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 582 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to prohibitions on the use of a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 583 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the penalty for failure to yield the right-of-way. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 589 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to certain requirements for sunscreening devices that are placed on or attached to a motor vehicle; providing a penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 647 81-0 (2009) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia Relating to blind and disabled pedestrians and failure of the operator of a motor vehicle to yield the right-of-way. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 772 81-0 (2009) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to the operation of a motor vehicle by a person under 18 years of age while using a wireless communications device. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 896 81-0 (2009) Author: Shapleigh, Eliot | et. al. Relating to the driver responsibility program. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 926 81-0 (2009) Author: Huffman, Joan
Sponsor: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the imposition of a civil penalty against the owner of an authorized emergency vehicle for a violation recorded by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1021 81-0 (2009) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to a prohibition on parking a commercial motor vehicle in certain residential subdivisions. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1028 81-0 (2009) Author: Watson, Kirk | et. al.
Sponsor: Gallego, Pete
Relating to the offense of operating or riding in a passenger vehicle while not secured by a safety belt. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 1094 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Merritt, Tommy
Relating to the submission of reports on certain convictions or adjudications relating to the operation of motor vehicles to the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. House: Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1165 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Fletcher, Allen
Relating to the use of certain vehicles for law enforcement purposes. House: Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1367 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Pickett, Joseph
Relating to parking placard or specialty license plate applications by persons with a mobility problem caused by an impairment of vision. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 1426 81-0 (2009) Author: Williams, Tommy
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the installation, operation, and maintenance of automatic license plate identification cameras on a highway; providing for the imposition of criminal penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1508 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John Relating to the authority of certain transportation and transit authorities to enforce compliance with high occupancy vehicle lane restrictions by an automated enforcement system; providing for the imposition of penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 1610 81-0 (2009) Author: Hegar, Glenn Relating to liability of vehicle lessees for unpaid tolls. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 1839 81-0 (2009) Author: Patrick, Dan Relating to the definition of an authorized emergency vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 1967 81-0 (2009) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Chavez, Norma
Relating to the safe operation of motorcycles and other vehicles in this state; providing penalties. House: Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 2041 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Driver, Joe
Relating to requiring an applicant for a driver's license to demonstrate knowledge of motorists' rights and responsibilities in relation to bicyclists. House: Public Safety
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/09
SB 2060 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the authority of a school district to implement a school bus monitoring system that records images, including images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; providing for the imposition of penalties. House: Public Education
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Public Education
SB 2095 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to requiring a boater education course for certain operators of vessels. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 2219 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the authority of a municipality to impose a civil penalty on the owner of certain motor vehicles parked on a highway under the jurisdiction of the municipality that do not display a valid registration insignia or inspection certificate. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 2295 81-0 (2009) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to the minimum change interval at an intersection at which a photographic traffic monitoring system is in use. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 2361 81-0 (2009) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to the operation of certain three-wheeled vehicles in this state. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 2477 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the authority of a municipality to lower the speed limit on certain highways in the municipality. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SR 1082 81-0 (2009) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2682. Reported enrolled
HB 32 80-0 (2007) Author: Berman, Leo | et. al. Relating to the penalty for discarding lighted smoking materials from a motor vehicle. House: State Affairs Postponed
HB 55 80-0 (2007) Author: Isett, Carl Relating to the power of a local authority to enforce compliance with a traffic-control signal on a highway under its jurisdiction by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Urban Affairs Referred to Urban Affairs
HB 118 80-0 (2007) Author: Brown, Fred | et. al. Relating to the securing of a child passenger in a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Considered in Calendars
HB 200 80-0 (2007) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to an offense of using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle in a school crossing zone. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 201 80-0 (2007) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to an offense of using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 227 80-0 (2007) Author: Ritter, Allan | et. al. Relating to the operation of golf carts and side-by-side utility vehicles on municipal streets or county roads. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 397 80-0 (2007) Author: Cook, Byron Relating to an offense of using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle in a school crossing zone. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 423 80-0 (2007) Author: Corte, Jr., Frank
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to requiring that medical examiners and justices of the peace report certain deaths that result from a motor vehicle accident to the Texas Department of Public Safety. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 489 80-0 (2007) Author: Berman, Leo Relating to the duty of a passenger involved in certain accidents to render aid. House: Law Enforcement Statement(s) of vote recorded in Journal
HB 528 80-0 (2007) Author: Menendez, Jose Relating to the penalty for failure to yield the right-of-way. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 565 80-0 (2007) Author: Driver, Joe Relating to enforcement of certain vehicle weight and safety requirements by a noncommissioned employee of the Department of Public Safety. House: Law Enforcement Laid on the table subject to call
HB 586 80-0 (2007) Author: Gonzalez Toureilles, Yvonne
Sponsor: Uresti, Carlos
Relating to eligibility for dismissal of certain speeding charges on completion of a driving safety course. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 614 80-0 (2007) Author: Quintanilla, Chente | et. al.
Sponsor: Shapleigh, Eliot
Relating to requiring a standard change interval for a yellow signal at intersections at which a municipality uses a photographic traffic monitoring system to enforce compliance with a traffic-control signal. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 652 80-0 (2007) Author: Quintanilla, Chente Relating to the penalty for an offense committed during the inattentive operation of a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 727 80-0 (2007) Author: Hopson, Chuck Relating to the wearing of protective headgear by certain motorcycle operators and passengers. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 743 80-0 (2007) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to an offense involving a motor vehicle with an altered or obscured license plate. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 801 80-0 (2007) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to dismissal of a complaint of the offense of speeding committed by the holder of a commercial driver's license. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 895 80-0 (2007) Author: Puente, Robert Relating to accident report forms prepared by the Department of Public Safety and the release of information included on an accident report. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 922 80-0 (2007) Author: Truitt, Vicki
Sponsor: Carona, John | et. al.
Relating to the power of a municipality to enforce compliance with speed limits by an automated traffic control system. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective immediately
HB 985 80-0 (2007) Author: Isett, Carl Relating to the power of a local authority to enforce compliance with speed limits or a traffic-control signal on a highway under its jurisdiction by an automated traffic-control system. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 995 80-0 (2007) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to civil and criminal consequences of riding on a coasting motor vehicle without an operator; providing penalties. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1052 80-0 (2007) Author: Callegari, Bill
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to requiring warning signs before intersections at which a municipality uses a photographic traffic monitoring system to enforce compliance with a traffic-control signal. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1081 80-0 (2007) Author: Straus, Joe Relating to the establishment and operation of a motor bus-only lane program. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1083 80-0 (2007) Author: Veasey, Marc Relating to safety regulations for certain contract carriers. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1184 80-0 (2007) Author: King, Tracy Relating to the offense of obstructing a railroad crossing with a train. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1211 80-0 (2007) Author: Cook, Robert Relating to vehicles passing certain stationary vehicles engaged in the delivery of United States mail on a highway; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1279 80-0 (2007) Author: Deshotel, Joe
Sponsor: Watson, Kirk
Relating to the requirement that a detector for certain traffic-actuated electric traffic-control devices register the presence of a motorcycle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1341 80-0 (2007) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Relating to the criminal penalty for endangering certain blind or disabled pedestrians. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in committee
HB 1347 80-0 (2007) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the suspension of sentence and deferral of final disposition for a violation of certain state laws or local ordinances committed by a holder of a commercial driver's license. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 1539 80-0 (2007) Author: Hancock, Kelly Relating to deferred disposition of certain offenses. House: Corrections Left pending in committee
HB 1570 80-0 (2007) Author: Murphy, Jim | et. al. Relating to the deposit of revenue collected from certain traffic penalties in the designated trauma facility and emergency medical services account. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 1621 80-0 (2007) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to a civil or administrative penalty imposed by a local authority to enforce compliance with a traffic-control signal. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1623 80-0 (2007) Author: Phillips, Larry
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to certain offenses, fees, and penalties imposed for operating a motor vehicle or vessel in violation of law and to the use of the money collected. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1638 80-0 (2007) Author: Taylor, Larry
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety standards in certain municipalities. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1666 80-0 (2007) Author: Brown, Fred Relating to the number of license plates to be issued for and displayed on a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1718 80-0 (2007) Author: McReynolds, Jim Relating to motor vehicle inspection fee refunds for vehicles used by volunteer fire departments. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1790 80-0 (2007) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda | et. al. Relating to a motor vehicle passing a bicyclist; providing penalties. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1817 80-0 (2007) Author: Isett, Carl | et. al. Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1840 80-0 (2007) Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al.
Sponsor: Hegar, Glenn
Relating to the punishment for failing to stop following a motor vehicle accident. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 1843 80-0 (2007) Author: Allen, Alma Relating to the authority of a school district to implement a monitoring system that records images of vehicles that pass a stopped school bus; providing for the imposition of civil penalties. House: Public Education Referred to Public Education
HB 1862 80-0 (2007) Author: Quintanilla, Chente Relating to penalties for certain violations by a person or facility certified to conduct vehicle and equipment inspections required by law. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1975 80-0 (2007) Author: Miller, Sid Relating to operation of a motor vehicle equipped with a blue light. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2025 80-0 (2007) Author: Davis, John Relating to the design and installation of signs at certain crosswalks used regularly by elderly pedestrians. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2028 80-0 (2007) Author: Gallego, Pete Relating to the issuance of a written notice to appear for certain misdemeanor offenses punishable by fine only. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 2093 80-0 (2007) Author: Hill, Fred
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the issuance and enforcement of motor carrier overweight or oversize vehicle permits and motor carrier registrations; providing administrative penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2111 80-0 (2007) Author: Patrick, Diane Relating to requiring flashing lights to be posted in school crossing zones. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2146 80-0 (2007) Author: Bohac, Dwayne Relating to assignment of points for a conviction involving failure to secure a child by a safety belt. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 2267 80-0 (2007) Author: Solomons, Burt | et. al.
Sponsor: Harris, Chris
Relating to the suspension of sentence and deferral of final disposition in certain misdemeanor cases. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
HB 2309 80-0 (2007) Author: Rose, Patrick Relating to the penalty for failure to yield the right-of-way. House: Transportation Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 2431 80-0 (2007) Author: Hamilton, Mike Relating to the use of a safety belt by a school bus operator. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2433 80-0 (2007) Author: Hamilton, Mike Relating to the operation of a school bus; creating an offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2481 80-0 (2007) Author: Cook, Robert Relating to the penalty for certain violations of county traffic regulations. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2828 80-0 (2007) Author: Taylor, Larry Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report or certain information in a motor vehicle accident report; providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 2901 80-0 (2007) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to enforcement of commercial motor vehicle safety related to drug testing. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2973 80-0 (2007) Author: Chisum, Warren Relating to the operation of hydrogen-powered motor vehicles. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 3345 80-0 (2007) Author: Vo, Hubert Relating to the use of headlights and windshield wipers when driving in unfavorable conditions. House: Transportation Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
HB 3620 80-0 (2007) Author: Raymond, Richard Relating to revenue collected from certain traffic penalties by municipalities. House: Urban Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 3640 80-0 (2007) Author: Turner, Sylvester Relating to the collection of surcharges assessed under the driver responsibility program. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 3689 80-0 (2007) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to an offense of using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3761 80-0 (2007) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to suspension or denial of a driver's license or permit for failure to comply with terms of appearance, a judgment, or a summons. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 3846 80-0 (2007) Author: Hilderbran, Harvey Relating to the punishment for failing to stop following a motor vehicle or vessel accident. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3849 80-0 (2007) Author: Hilderbran, Harvey
Sponsor: Hinojosa, Juan
Relating to the registration of all-terrain vehicles by the Texas Department of Transportation; creating an offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HR 2848 80-0 (2007) Author: Phillips, Larry Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1623. Reported enrolled
HR 2876 80-0 (2007) Author: Hill, Fred Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2093. Reported enrolled
HR 2880 80-0 (2007) Author: Murphy, Jim Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1119. Reported enrolled
SB 60 80-0 (2007) Author: Zaffirini, Judith | et. al. Relating to the offense of failing to secure a child passenger in a motor vehicle and to fines for the offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 125 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to a civil or administrative penalty imposed by a local authority to enforce compliance with a traffic-control signal and use of the money collected to help fund trauma facilities and emergency medical services. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 132 80-0 (2007) Author: Wentworth, Jeff | et. al.
Sponsor: Straus, Joe
Relating to the establishment and operation of a motor-bus-only lane pilot program in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 153 80-0 (2007) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the creation of an offense involving the supervision of a vehicle operator holding an instruction permit. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 154 80-0 (2007) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to an offense of using a wireless communication device while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 188 80-0 (2007) Author: Brimer, Kim Relating to a promise to appear in court for speeding offenses. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 195 80-0 (2007) Author: Jackson, Mike Relating to the powers of a county, municipality, or local entity with respect to the regulation of traffic on highways under its jurisdiction. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 248 80-0 (2007) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al.
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to a motor vehicle passing a bicyclist; providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 315 80-0 (2007) Author: Ogden, Steve Relating to the extension of privileged parking for expectant and new mothers. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 327 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to cargo transported by vehicle; providing a criminal penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.
SB 328 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to the requirement that the results of an alcohol and drug test taken by certain holders of a commercial driver's license be reported to the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 329 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to an object or material placed on or attached to a window of a commercial motor vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 330 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Driver, Joe
Relating to enforcement of certain vehicle weight and safety requirements by a noncommissioned employee of the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 331 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Deshotel, Joe
Relating to the maximum length for certain vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 387 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Harper-Brown, Linda
Relating to loose material transported by vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 395 80-0 (2007) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to dismissal of the charge in certain traffic offense cases. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Jurisprudence
Referred to Law Enforcement
SB 398 80-0 (2007) Author: Harris, Chris Relating to dismissal of the charge in certain motor vehicle equipment offenses. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 473 80-0 (2007) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al. Relating to the criminal penalty for endangering certain blind or disabled pedestrians. Senate: Criminal Justice Co-author authorized
SB 678 80-0 (2007) Author: Williams, Tommy Relating to enforcement of the collection of tolls on leased or rented vehicles. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 691 80-0 (2007) Author: Uresti, Carlos
Sponsor: Escobar, Juan
Relating to the performance of community service as a condition for a deferral of adjudication in certain misdemeanor cases punishable by fine only. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 708 80-0 (2007) Author: Hegar, Glenn Relating to weight limitations for certain vehicles transporting agricultural products and equipment. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 798 80-0 (2007) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Menendez, Jose
Relating to the penalty for failure to yield the right-of-way. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 939 80-0 (2007) Author: West, Royce Relating to the authority of a municipality to implement a photographic traffic signal enforcement system; providing for the imposition of civil penalties and providing a criminal penalty. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 1078 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to the operation of a school bus; creating an offense. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 1079 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to school bus safety; creating an offense. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 1080 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to the use of a safety belt by a school bus operator; providing penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 1081 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to multifunction school activity buses. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
SB 1083 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Frost, Stephen
Relating to authorizing a judge or justice of the peace to request and obtain a copy of certain defendants' driving records from the Department of Public Safety of the State of Texas using TexasOnline. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 1119 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John
Sponsor: Murphy, Jim | et. al.
Relating to the implementation of a photographic traffic signal enforcement system; providing for the imposition of civil penalties and to the use of the money collected to help fund trauma facilities and emergency medical services; providing a criminal penalty. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 1127 80-0 (2007) Author: Hegar, Glenn
Sponsor: Cook, Robert
Relating to the penalty for certain violations of county traffic regulations. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
SB 1208 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to the release of a motor vehicle accident report or certain information in a motor vehicle accident report; providing penalties. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1368 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to the protective headgear requirements for motorcycle operators and passengers. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 1373 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John | et. al.
Sponsor: Hill, Fred | et. al.
Relating to the issuance and enforcement of motor carrier overweight or oversize vehicle permits and motor carrier registrations; providing administrative penalties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 1386 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Relating to deferred disposition for certain defendants. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 1559 80-0 (2007) Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the registration and operation of certain off-highway vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Returned to Local & Consent Calendars Comm.
SB 1609 80-0 (2007) Author: Van de Putte, Leticia | et. al. Relating to the operation of hydrogen-powered motor vehicles. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 1723 80-0 (2007) Author: Ogden, Steve
Sponsor: Krusee, Mike
Relating to the collection of surcharges assessed under the driver responsibility program. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/07
SR 1175 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 1623. Reported enrolled
SR 1182 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, H.B. No. 2093. Reported enrolled
SR 1183 80-0 (2007) Author: Carona, John Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1119. Reported enrolled
HB 21 79-0 (2005) Author: Brown, Fred | et. al. Relating to use of safety belts and child passenger safety seat systems. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 87 79-0 (2005) Author: Reyna, Elvira
Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the authority of a municipality to alter speed limits in an urban district within the municipality. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 183 79-0 (2005) Author: Brown, Fred | et. al.
Sponsor: Zaffirini, Judith
Relating to the use of safety belts and child passenger safety seat systems. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 236 79-0 (2005) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle in a school crossing zone. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 237 79-0 (2005) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 259 79-0 (2005) Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al.
Sponsor: Jackson, Mike
Relating to the powers of a county, municipality, or local entity with respect to the regulation of traffic on highways under its jurisdiction. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Record vote
HB 369 79-0 (2005) Author: Farabee, David | et. al. Relating to the civil and criminal consequences of racing a motor vehicle on a public highway in this state. House: Transportation
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 370 79-0 (2005) Author: Farabee, David
Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to deferred disposition of certain traffic offenses by certain holders of out-of-state driver's licenses. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 372 79-0 (2005) Author: Jackson, Jim | et. al.
Sponsor: Brimer, Kim
Relating to the required use of towing safety chains on certain vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Returned from the House for further action
HB 510 79-0 (2005) Author: McClendon, Ruth Relating to use of safety belts and child passenger safety seat systems. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 514 79-0 (2005) Author: Hunter, Bob | et. al. Relating to the penalty for failure to yield the right-of-way. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 537 79-0 (2005) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the jurisdiction of a juvenile court over a person under the age of 17 who races a motor vehicle on a public highway. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 588 79-0 (2005) Author: Brown, Fred Relating to the dismissal of certain traffic offenses by holders of commercial driver's licenses. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 602 79-0 (2005) Author: Eissler, Rob
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the designation of a weight enforcement officer by a commissioners court in certain counties. House: County Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 665 79-0 (2005) Author: Isett, Carl | et. al. Relating to the power of a local authority to enforce compliance with a traffic-control signal on a highway under its jurisdiction by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 703 79-0 (2005) Author: Elkins, Gary
Sponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to the deferral of adjudication in cases involving certain misdemeanor traffic offenses. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 718 79-0 (2005) Author: Quintanilla, Chente Relating to the impoundment of a motor vehicle for failure to maintain financial responsibility for the vehicle. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 754 79-0 (2005) Author: Gattis, Dan | et. al.
Sponsor: Fraser, Troy
Relating to transportation of loose materials. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 781 79-0 (2005) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the suspension of sentence and deferral of final disposition for a violation of certain state laws or local ordinances committed by a holder of a commercial driver's license. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 795 79-0 (2005) Author: Hegar, Glenn Relating to the use of flashing warning signal lights by a school bus. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 803 79-0 (2005) Author: Martinez, Armando Relating to improvement work areas on certain controlled access highways. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 857 79-0 (2005) Author: Talton, Robert | et. al. Relating to the authority of a municipality to require the removal of certain vehicles from a freeway without the consent of the owner or person in charge of the vehicle. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 875 79-0 (2005) Author: Riddle, Debbie Relating to written notification to a parent of a minor who is issued a citation for a traffic offense. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 928 79-0 (2005) Author: Dutton, Jr., Harold V. Relating to an offense involving a motor vehicle with an altered or obscured license plate. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1044 79-0 (2005) Author: Eiland, Craig | et. al.
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to an optional procedure for the issuance of a permit by a certain county for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 1094 79-0 (2005) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Relating to an offense of using a wireless communications device while operating a motor vehicle by certain minors. House: State Affairs Placed on General State Calendar
HB 1165 79-0 (2005) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda
Sponsor: Deuell, Bob
Relating to the employment of county traffic officers by certain counties. House: County Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective immediately
HB 1249 79-0 (2005) Author: Reyna, Elvira | et. al. Relating to criminal punishment for aggressive driving that results in the death of a person. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Justice
HB 1251 79-0 (2005) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to the creation of an offense of using a telephone while operating a bus. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 1280 79-0 (2005) Author: Hope, Ruben Relating to driving on a roadway laned for traffic. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1347 79-0 (2005) Author: Isett, Carl | et. al. Relating to the power of a local authority to enforce compliance with a traffic-control signal on a highway under its jurisdiction by a photographic traffic signal enforcement system. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Referred to Intergovernmental Relations
HB 1481 79-0 (2005) Author: Gattis, Dan
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the offense of disobeying certain motor vehicle traffic warning devices. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1484 79-0 (2005) Author: Talton, Robert
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the penalty for failing to perform certain duties following a vehicle accident. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 1497 79-0 (2005) Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al. Relating to application of school crossing zone speed limits to school-related events. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1498 79-0 (2005) Author: Herrero, Abel | et. al. Relating to an offense of using certain portable electronic equipment in the front seat of a motor vehicle. House: Law Enforcement No action taken in committee
HB 1522 79-0 (2005) Author: Griggs, Bob Relating to the operation and movement of motorcycles during periods of traffic congestion. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1550 79-0 (2005) Author: Alonzo, Roberto | et. al. Relating to speed limits in certain areas. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1596 79-0 (2005) Author: Paxton, Ken
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the regulation of motor-assisted scooters. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 1678 79-0 (2005) Author: Hunter, Bob Relating to the operation and movement of a vehicle when a traffic-control signal does not display an indication. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 1770 79-0 (2005) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to the power of a property owners' association to levy certain fines. House: Business & Industry Left pending in committee
HB 1810 79-0 (2005) Author: Moreno, Paul Relating to the penalty for an offense committed during the inattentive operation of a motor vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1864 79-0 (2005) Author: Uresti, Carlos | et. al. Relating to the designation of a school crossing zone or school crosswalk. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1888 79-0 (2005) Author: Solis, Jim | et. al. Relating to providing a speed limit exception for nurse-midwives responding to emergencies. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 1898 79-0 (2005) Author: Brown, Fred Relating to offenses involving use of safety belts or a child passenger safety seat. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 1988 79-0 (2005) Author: Talton, Robert Relating to the penalty for overloading vehicles. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 2136 79-0 (2005) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to certain penalties and fees imposed for operating a motor vehicle or vessel in violation of law. House: Transportation Record vote
HB 2177 79-0 (2005) Author: Phillips, Larry Relating to the administration of certain traffic safety grants. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 2257 79-0 (2005) Author: Gallego, Pete
Sponsor: Madla, Frank
Relating to the speed limit on certain highways in rural counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
HB 2470 79-0 (2005) Author: Delisi, Dianne
Sponsor: Nelson, Jane
Relating to the operations of and the funding mechanisms for emergency medical services and trauma facility care in this state. House: Public Health
Senate: Health & Human Services
Effective on 9/1/05
HB 2504 79-0 (2005) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to the performance of community service as a condition for a deferral of adjudication in a misdemeanor traffic case punishable by fine only. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Left pending in subcommittee
HB 2514 79-0 (2005) Author: Herrero, Abel Relating to the weighing of a loaded vehicle. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2595 79-0 (2005) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to operation of a motor vehicle by a person younger than 18 years of age. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2607 79-0 (2005) Author: Guillen, Ryan Relating to an offense by a person under 18 years of age of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle. House: State Affairs Referred to State Affairs
HB 2799 79-0 (2005) Author: Talton, Robert
Sponsor: Carona, John
Relating to the removal of vehicles and property from a roadway in a political subdivision, to the authority of a political subdivision to establish a traffic incident management program, and to procedures regarding the removal and storage of certain vehicles. House: Urban Affairs
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Left pending in committee
HB 2852 79-0 (2005) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to the creation and use of certain certificates issued for completion of approved driver safety courses. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 2903 79-0 (2005) Author: Hilderbran, Harvey Relating to the development of bicycle tourism trails in this state. House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism Laid on the table subject to call
HB 2998 79-0 (2005) Author: Hupp, Suzanna Relating to certain costs, fees, and expenses that may be imposed on a motor carrier for certain violations on a recommendation by an administrative law judge. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 3131 79-0 (2005) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the payment of court costs required in connection with the suspension of sentence and deferral of final disposition in certain misdemeanor traffic cases. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 3132 79-0 (2005) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the report of a motor vehicle accident prepared by a law enforcement officer. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 3237 79-0 (2005) Author: Uresti, Carlos Relating to the designation of a school entrance as a stop intersection. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 3389 79-0 (2005) Author: Talton, Robert Relating to the dismissal of the charge in certain misdemeanor traffic cases in which the defendant takes appropriate and timely corrective measures. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 120 79-0 (2005) Author: Seliger, Kel Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle by certain minors. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 125 79-0 (2005) Author: Lindsay, Jon
Sponsor: Phillips, Larry
Relating to the display of a license plate on a motor vehicle. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 139 79-0 (2005) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 146 79-0 (2005) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 153 79-0 (2005) Author: Zaffirini, Judith Relating to use of safety belts and child passenger safety seat systems. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Left pending in committee
SB 176 79-0 (2005) Author: Brimer, Kim Relating to the required use of towing safety chains on certain vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Referred to Transportation
SB 312 79-0 (2005) Author: Deuell, Bob Relating to the use, sale, purchase, or possession of a traffic-control signal preemption device; providing criminal penalties. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 340 79-0 (2005) Author: Whitmire, John | et. al. Relating to the authority of a municipality to require the removal of certain vehicles from a freeway without the consent of the owner or person in charge of the vehicle. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 456 79-0 (2005) Author: Fraser, Troy Relating to transportation of loose materials. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
SB 602 79-0 (2005) Author: Ellis, Rodney
Sponsor: Hilderbran, Harvey
Relating to the development of bicycle tourism trails in this state. House: Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
Senate: Business & Commerce
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 619 79-0 (2005) Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: Flores, Kino
Relating to the enforcement of certain standards for commercial motor vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 642 79-0 (2005) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Sponsor: Flores, Kino
Relating to offenses involving use of a child passenger safety seat. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Committee report sent to Calendars
SB 737 79-0 (2005) Author: Brimer, Kim
Sponsor: Driver, Joe
Relating to the prosecution of offenses involving the operating or loading of an overweight vehicle in violation of certain laws. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 859 79-0 (2005) Author: Ellis, Rodney | et. al. Relating to a motor vehicle passing a bicyclist; providing penalties. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Record vote
SB 866 79-0 (2005) Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: Howard, Charlie
Relating to the operation of authorized emergency vehicles conducting a police escort. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective immediately
SB 1257 79-0 (2005) Author: Lindsay, Jon
Sponsor: Callegari, Bill
Relating to the operation of motor vehicles; providing a penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security
Effective on 9/1/05
SB 1775 79-0 (2005) Author: Lucio, Jr., Eddie Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle in a school crossing zone. Senate: Transportation & Homeland Security Referred to Transportation & Homeland Sec.
HB 37 78-0 (2003) Author: Luna, Vilma Relating to speed limits near a facility where a school-related activity is held. House: Transportation Placed on General State Calendar
HB 200 78-0 (2003) Author: Berman, Leo Relating to the authority of a municipality to implement a photographic traffic signal enforcement system; providing for the imposition of civil penalties and providing a criminal penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 252 78-0 (2003) Author: Bonnen, Dennis | et. al. Relating to vehicles passing certain stationary emergency vehicles on a highway. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 257 78-0 (2003) Author: Pickett, Joseph Relating to the impoundment of a motor vehicle for failure to maintain financial responsibility for the vehicle. House: Insurance Left pending in committee
HB 281 78-0 (2003) Author: Moreno, Paul Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 282 78-0 (2003) Author: Moreno, Paul Relating to the authority of a county or municipality to alter speed limits on roadways in the county or municipality and to place and maintain traffic-control devices on those roadways. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 418 78-0 (2003) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey
Sponsor: Lindsay, Jon
Relating to fines collected for child safety belt offenses. House: Ways & Means
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 624 78-0 (2003) Author: Menendez, Jose | et. al. Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle. House: State Affairs Left pending in committee
HB 718 78-0 (2003) Author: Brown, Fred Relating to vehicles passing certain stationary emergency vehicles on a highway; providing a penalty. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 731 78-0 (2003) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to the punishment for the offense of reckless driving. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 733 78-0 (2003) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey Relating to certain traffic offenses committed in a construction or maintenance work zone. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 751 78-0 (2003) Author: Woolley, Beverly Relating to the operation of authorized emergency vehicles. House: Law Enforcement Reported favorably as substituted
HB 787 78-0 (2003) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to the punishment for the offense of passing a school bus. House: Law Enforcement Considered in Calendars
HB 788 78-0 (2003) Author: Dunnam, Jim Relating to the penalty for operation of a motor vehicle by a person who does not hold a driver's license. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 900 78-0 (2003) Author: King, Phil
Sponsor: Estes, Craig
Relating to the operation of all-terrain vehicles by law enforcement officers. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 901 78-0 (2003) Author: King, Phil | et. al. Relating to the authority of a municipality to implement a photographic traffic signal enforcement system; providing for the imposition of civil penalties and providing a criminal penalty. House: Transportation Motion to reconsider and table
HB 931 78-0 (2003) Author: Chavez, Norma Relating to the penalty for failure to yield the right-of-way. House: Transportation Committee report sent to Calendars
HB 946 78-0 (2003) Author: Brown, Fred
Sponsor: Wentworth, Jeff
Relating to the permissible size of certain recreational vehicles operated on a public highway. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1001 78-0 (2003) Author: Elkins, Gary | et. al. Relating to the penalty for speeding on a highway where the Texas Transportation Commission has established a speed limit for environmental purposes. House: Environmental Regulation Left pending in committee
HB 1326 78-0 (2003) Author: Martinez Fischer, Trey | et. al.
Sponsor: Whitmire, John
Relating to the civil and criminal consequences of racing a motor vehicle on a public highway or street and of being a spectator at an illegal motor vehicle racing event; providing penalties. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Criminal Justice
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1371 78-0 (2003) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to the completion of a driving safety course as a condition of deferred disposition for a traffic offense. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1390 78-0 (2003) Author: Hamric, Peggy Relating to a motor vehicle with an altered or obscured license plate. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1439 78-0 (2003) Author: Eissler, Rob
Sponsor: Williams, Tommy
Relating to the application and enforcement of traffic regulations in private subdivisions in certain counties. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1527 78-0 (2003) Author: Harper-Brown, Linda Relating to the operation and movement of a vehicle when a traffic-control signal does not display an indication. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
HB 1647 78-0 (2003) Author: Goolsby, Tony Relating to the performance review of peace officers enforcing traffic laws. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1733 78-0 (2003) Author: Hamric, Peggy
Sponsor: Shapiro, Florence
Relating to certain records kept by persons who weigh cargo transported by commercial motor vehicles. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective immediately
HB 1784 78-0 (2003) Author: McReynolds, Jim
Sponsor: West, Royce
Relating to an offense of blocking an access aisle designed to aid persons with disabilities. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 1835 78-0 (2003) Author: Thompson, Senfronia Relating to the issuance of citations to and the arrest of persons for certain misdemeanors punishable by fine only. House: Law Enforcement Referred to Law Enforcement
HB 1894 78-0 (2003) Author: Hope, Ruben Relating to driving on a roadway laned for traffic. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 1997 78-0 (2003) Author: Gutierrez, Roberto | et. al.
Sponsor: Armbrister, Kenneth
Relating to the regulation of electric personal assistive mobility devices. House: Transportation
Senate: Intergovernmental Relations
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2096 78-0 (2003) Author: Pickett, Joseph
Sponsor: Lucio, Jr., Eddie
Relating to criminal consequences of conduct that involves certain trafficking or transporting of persons. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
HB 2422 78-0 (2003) Author: Solis, Jim Relating to the punishment for the offense of reckless driving. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
HB 2487 78-0 (2003) Author: Oliveira, Rene Relating to the punishment for the offense of reckless driving. House: Transportation No action taken in committee
HB 2513 78-0 (2003) Author: Canales, Gabi Relating to increasing the penalty for the offense of leaving the scene of an accident. House: Criminal Jurisprudence Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
HB 2602 78-0 (2003) Author: Coleman, Garnet Relating to use of safety belts and child passenger safety seat systems. House: Transportation Left pending in committee
HB 3052 78-0 (2003) Author: Hunter, Bob Relating to the prohibition of the use of certain colors on certain signs, signals, or markings. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
HB 3148 78-0 (2003) Author: Wilson, Ron Relating to fines and penalties. House: Ways & Means Referred to Ways & Means
HB 3206 78-0 (2003) Author: King, Phil Relating to the funding of traffic enforcement through the state highway fund and increased traffic fines and fees. House: Law Enforcement Meeting cancelled
HB 3496 78-0 (2003) Author: Raymond, Richard Relating to the penalty for speeding in a school zone. House: Transportation Referred to Transportation
SB 193 78-0 (2003) Author: Barrientos, Gonzalo | et. al.
Sponsor: Bonnen, Dennis
Relating to vehicles passing certain stationary emergency vehicles on a highway; providing a penalty. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 204 78-0 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff
Sponsor: Casteel, Carter
Relating to the use of headlights and windshield wipers when driving in unfavorable conditions. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Placed on General State Calendar
SB 214 78-0 (2003) Author: Jackson, Mike Relating to vehicles passing certain stationary emergency vehicles on a highway. Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 390 78-0 (2003) Author: Ellis, Rodney Relating to an offense of using a telephone while operating a motor vehicle. Senate: Criminal Justice Referred to Criminal Justice
SB 439 78-0 (2003) Author: Lindsay, Jon
Sponsor: Hamric, Peggy
Relating to an offense involving a motor vehicle with an altered or obscured license plate. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 461 78-0 (2003) Author: Staples, Todd
Sponsor: Woolley, Beverly
Relating to the operation of authorized emergency vehicles. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective immediately
SB 488 78-0 (2003) Author: Ogden, Steve Relating to vehicle weight. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Left pending in committee
SB 514 78-0 (2003) Author: Lindsay, Jon
Sponsor: Mowery, Anna
Relating to restricting the use of designated lanes of certain highways. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective on 9/1/03
SB 540 78-0 (2003) Author: Williams, Tommy
Sponsor: Eissler, Rob
Relating to the authority of the commissioners court of a county to alter speed limits on county roads. House: County Affairs
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Effective immediately
SB 645 78-0 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the permissible size of certain recreational vehicles operated on a public highway. Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 660 78-0 (2003) Author: Ogden, Steve Relating to the penalty for certain speeding offenses. House: Transportation
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Left pending in committee
SB 662 78-0 (2003) Author: Ogden, Steve Relating to speed limits on certain highways. Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security Referred to Infrastructure Dev & Security
SB 795 78-0 (2003) Author: Gallegos, Jr., Mario Relating to the punishment for a corporation or association convicted of an offense involving the criminally negligent inspection, maintenance, or operation of a commercial motor vehicle. House: Criminal Jurisprudence
Senate: Criminal Justice
Referred to Criminal Jurisprudence
SB 978 78-0 (2003) Author: Wentworth, Jeff Relating to the automation of the compulsory motor vehicle inspection system. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Infrastructure Development and Security
Referred to Law Enforcement
SB 1248 78-0 (2003) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to performance review standards for peace officers employed by the state in connection with the enforcement of traffic laws. Senate: Criminal Justice Not again placed on intent calendar
SB 1277 78-0 (2003) Author: Armbrister, Kenneth Relating to the regulation of electric personal assistive mobility devices. Senate: Intergovernmental Relations Committee report printed and distributed
SB 1597 78-0 (2003) Author: Hinojosa, Juan
Sponsor: Thompson, Senfronia | et. al.
Relating to policies by law enforcement agencies regarding the arrest of persons for certain offenses. House: Law Enforcement
Senate: Criminal Justice
Vetoed by the Governor


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