Bill

HB 2419

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

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

Poncho Nevarez

Bill Caption

Relating to a study conducted by the Texas Department of Transportation regarding the transportation needs of the Middle Rio Grande region of this state.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

HB 2419 would direct the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) to conduct a study assessing the long-term transportation needs of the Middle Rio Grande Planning Region council of governments. This is an area with growing international traffic congestion and a high frequency of traffic accidents. TxDOT would be required to submit a report on the results of the study no later than January 1, 2021. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action remains neutral on HB 2419 as it does not affect our liberty principles.