Bill

HB 823

84(R) - 2015
House Transportation
House Transportation
Transportation & Infrastructure

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
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Author(s)

Gene Wu

Bill Caption

Relating to criminal liability for certain federal motor carrier safety regulation violations; increasing a criminal penalty.

Fiscal Notes

No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated. 

Bill Analysis

This legislation amends the Transportation Code to create a $150 minimum fine and a $500 maximum fine for a Class C misdemeanor, for violating commercial motor vehicle safety standards relating to brakes, tires, or load securement if the offense involves a violation of specified federal commercial motor carrier safety regulations.

Vote Recommendation Notes

We are neutral on this legislation. While we understand the need for enforcing motor safety carrier laws, are unsure if these changes to the punishment fit the violations equally.