Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB1170

Filed

11/12/24

Out of House Committee

Voted on by House

Out of Senate Committee

Voted on by Senate

Governor Action

Bill Becomes Law

Caption

Relating to analysis and mitigation of transportation security threats in this state.

Impact

By requiring a systematic threat assessment, HB1170 will likely lead to proactive measures being taken to mitigate risks associated with transportation modes across the state. The legislation will engage industry stakeholders in discussions and strategies that hone in on vulnerabilities within the transportation infrastructure, potentially affecting how security is managed at transport hubs, public areas, and crowded venues where transportation occurs. This could result in increased collaboration between state and local authorities in dealing with security protocols.

Summary

House Bill 1170 aims to enhance the analysis and mitigation of transportation security threats within Texas. This bill mandates the Department of Public Safety to examine potential threats from various sources, including terrorist organizations, explosive devices, cyber threats, and unmanned aerial systems. The intent is to bolster the safety and security framework governing transportation both in aviation and surface transit systems, creating a comprehensive response strategy towards emerging and existing threats.

Contention

Notably, there may be some concerns regarding privacy and the implications of increased surveillance and security measures that could arise from this enhanced focus on transportation security. Stakeholders might debate the balance between sufficient security and the rights of individuals in public spaces. As this bill proposes more thorough communication and incident response protocols, discussions may also arise about the effectiveness and feasibility of implementing comprehensive security measures across various transportation sectors.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Government Code

Chapter 552. Public Information
- Section: New Section

Latest TX HB1170 Activity

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Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB560

Relating to analyzing and mitigating transportation security threats in this state.

TX HB13

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing the Texas Homeland Security Division and the Border Security Advisory Council, and to compensate persons affected by those threats.

TX HB127

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing a Texas Homeland Security Division, and to compensate persons affected by those threats.

TX SB2377

Relating to homeland security, including the creation of the Texas Homeland Security Division in the Department of Public Safety, the operations of the Homeland Security Council, the creation of a homeland security fusion center, and the duties of state agencies and local governments in preparing for, reporting, and responding to cybersecurity breaches; providing administrative penalties; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB2494

Relating to information security officers and network threat detection and response for state agencies.

TX HB7

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing a Texas Border Force, and to compensate persons affected by those threats; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.

TX SB1204

Relating to state and local government information technology and information security.

TX SB1427

Relating to certain criminal conduct and organizations that threaten the security of this state and its residents and borders; increasing criminal penalties.

TX HB3

Relating to measures for ensuring public school safety, including the development and implementation of purchases relating to and funding for public school safety and security requirements and the provision of safety-related resources.

TX HB200

Relating to border protection and economic development services, programs, and other measures, including establishing educational programs and the border protection unit, in this state to address certain issues affecting the border region, including transnational and other criminal activity and public health threats.