Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

House Transportation Committee May 12th, 2025

Meeting Video(s)

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Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Transportation May 12th, 2025 at 08:05 am

House Transportation Committee

The meeting of the committee addressed several key bills focused on transportation and vehicle regulations. Notably, SB1353 introduced by Representative Gaines aims to create a regulatory framework for towing vessel pilots in the port of Brownsville, alongside testimonies highlighting support from local authorities. Additionally, SB1902 proposed by Senator Nichols seeks to amend the previous legislation affecting license plate transfers, addressing concerns over dealer inventory storage issues. The discussion around SB249 centered on alleviating the financial strain on families of fallen peace officers regarding highway dedications, shifting the burden to TxDOT for funding and maintaining signs. Despite the positive atmosphere, some bills, such as SB1029, faced opposition due to potential customer trust issues related to advertising vehicles not currently in dealers' possession.

Bills on the Agenda

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Texas Senate Bill SB249

Filed
11/12/24  
Out of Senate Committee
4/7/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to memorial markers for certain officers killed in the line of duty.
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Texas Senate Bill SB546

Filed
12/6/24  
Out of Senate Committee
4/14/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/22/25  
Out of House Committee
5/15/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to seat belts on buses that transport children.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1029

Filed
1/31/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/26/25  
Voted on by House
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the advertising of certain used motor vehicles.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1353

Filed
2/18/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/27/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/10/25  
Out of House Committee
5/16/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the licensing and regulation of pilots in the jurisdiction of the pilot board of a navigation district located in Cameron County.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1493

Filed
2/20/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/2/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/10/25  
Out of House Committee
5/15/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to lighting equipment requirements for motor vehicles.
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Texas Senate Bill SB35

Filed
2/27/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/13/25  
Voted on by Senate
3/19/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the selection, prioritization, construction, and funding of transportation projects.
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Texas Senate Bill SB1902

Filed
3/4/25  
Out of Senate Committee
3/13/25  
Voted on by Senate
3/19/25  
Out of House Committee
5/15/25  
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to the administration of the dealer-issued license plates database and to the removal and transfer of license plates.
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Texas Senate Bill SB2246

Filed
3/11/25  
Out of Senate Committee
4/10/25  
Voted on by Senate
4/24/25  
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 
Relating to motor vehicle titles for salvage vehicles.