Bill

HB 61

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

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral

Author(s)

James White

Sponsor(s)

Robert Nichols

Bill Caption

Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on escort flag vehicles.

Fiscal Notes

No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.


Bill Analysis

HB 61 would allow an oversized or overweight escort flag vehicle to be equipped with flashing blue and amber lights for safety purposes. The bill also includes the definition of "escort flag vehicle." 

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action remains neutral on HB 61, as it does not violate any of our liberty principles.