Texas 2015 - 84th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3520

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the disposition of permit fees for the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles on certain highways.

Impact

If enacted, HB 3520 could significantly affect the financial framework for maintaining and improving highway infrastructure in relation to oversize vehicle movements. The bill is poised to provide local authorities and state agencies with a clearer understanding of how permit fees contribute to the infrastructure budget. This can result in improved planning and allocation of resources dedicated to road safety and maintenance, ultimately benefiting the overall transportation network.

Summary

House Bill 3520 addresses the management of permit fees associated with the movement of oversize or overweight vehicles on specific highways. The bill sets forth provisions regarding how these fees will be collected, allocated, and utilized. By standardizing the disposition of these fees, the legislation aims to enhance efficiency in managing transportation regulations and ensuring that funds are appropriately utilized for infrastructure improvements.

Contention

While the bill appears straightforward in its intention, potential points of contention may arise regarding the allocation of collected fees. Debate may surface over whether fees should be directed solely towards highway infrastructure or if they should also support broader transportation initiatives. Additionally, stakeholders such as trucking associations and local governments may push for different interpretations of how these funds should be utilized, leading to discussions on fairness and equity in transportation funding.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX SB1418

Relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in certain counties.

TX HB1888

Relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in certain counties.

TX HB1939

Relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in Webb County.

TX SB1741

Relating to the route designation for the issuance of a permit for the movement of oversize and overweight vehicles in Webb County.

TX HB2684

Relating to the issuance of oversize or overweight permits for vehicles transporting agricultural commodities during or preceding a disaster.

TX HB718

Relating to the issuance of certain tags, permits, and license plates authorizing the movement of vehicles and the transfer and renewal of certain license plates.

TX HB3297

Relating to the elimination of regular mandatory vehicle safety inspections for noncommercial vehicles and the imposition of replacement fees.

TX HB4420

Relating to the elimination of regular mandatory vehicle safety inspections for noncommercial vehicles and the imposition of replacement fees.

TX HB3934

Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting iron or steel products; authorizing a fee.

TX SB1894

Relating to the operation of vehicles transporting iron or steel products; authorizing a fee.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.