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TX SB1366

Bill

Status

Passed

5/19/2025

Primary Sponsor

Robert Nichols

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requires the Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation to mandate construction and maintenance work zone information in all driver education and driving safety course curricula

  • Curriculum must cover the dangers of violating traffic laws in work zones and the penalties under Transportation Code Section 542.404 for offenses committed in these zones

  • Commission must consult with the Department of Public Safety when developing the rules for this requirement

  • Rules must be adopted by May 1, 2026, with all courses held on or after September 1, 2026 required to include the new curriculum content

  • Act takes effect September 1, 2025; passed Senate 31-0 on April 2, 2025 and House 123-0 on May 2, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the inclusion of information about construction or maintenance work zones in the curriculum of driver education and driving safety courses.

Education

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

5/19/2025

Committee Referrals

Licensing & Administrative Procedures4/9/2025
Transportation3/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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