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TX HB2888
Bill
Status
2/14/2025
Primary Sponsor
Carrie Isaac
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AI Summary
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Prohibits individuals operating a motor vehicle without a valid driver's license (Section 521.021, Transportation Code) from filing civil lawsuits to recover damages from collisions
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Prohibits individuals operating a motor vehicle without liability insurance or other required financial responsibility (Section 601.051, Transportation Code) from filing civil lawsuits to recover damages from collisions
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Bars lawsuits against both the other motor vehicle operator and that operator's liability insurer
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Applies only to civil actions filed on or after the effective date of the Act
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Takes effect immediately with a two-thirds vote of both legislative chambers, otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the right of a motorist who fails to hold a driver's license or maintain motor vehicle liability insurance or other financial responsibility for a motor vehicle to recover damages arising from a motor vehicle collision.
Civil Remedies & Liabilities
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
3/19/2025