82R4256 JTS-F By: Bohac H.B. No. 1376 A BILL TO BE ENTITLED AN ACT relating to the definition of a junked vehicle for purposes of abatement of a public nuisance. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Section 683.071, Transportation Code, is amended to read as follows: Sec. 683.071. DEFINITION. In this subchapter, "junked vehicle" means a vehicle that is self-propelled and: (1) displays an expired license plate or invalid motor vehicle inspection certificate or does not display a license plate or motor vehicle inspection certificate; and [have lawfully attached to it: [(A) an unexpired license plate; and [(B) a valid motor vehicle inspection certificate; and] (2) is: (A) wrecked, dismantled or partially dismantled, or discarded; or (B) inoperable and has remained inoperable for more than: (i) 72 consecutive hours, if the vehicle is on public property; or (ii) 30 consecutive days, if the vehicle is on private property. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2011.