Bill

HB 1770

86(R) - 2019
House Transportation
House Transportation
Transportation & Infrastructure

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
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  • Neutral
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Author(s)

Armando Martinez
J.D. Sheffield

Bill Caption

Relating to the offense of passing certain vehicles on a highway.

Fiscal Notes

No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

HB 1770 would require drivers to vacate the closest lane or slow down when passing a service vehicle repairing an electrical power line if it is using appropriate visual signals. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action is neutral on HB 1770 which does not appear to affect our liberty principles.