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TX SB1816

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kelly Hancock

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Defines "miniature vehicle" as a self-propelled motor vehicle with four or more tires that complies with federal law and is not classified as a custom vehicle, street rod, neighborhood electric vehicle, golf cart, or off-highway vehicle

  • Allows miniature vehicles to be titled and registered as motor vehicles under Texas law

  • Permits operation of miniature vehicles on public highways only if the vehicle is properly registered and titled in Texas and capable of complying with applicable traffic laws

  • Passed the Senate 31-0 on April 2, 2025, and the House 142-0 on May 21, 2025

  • Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both chambers, otherwise effective September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the titling, registration, and operation of a miniature vehicle.

Vehicles & Traffic

Last Action

Effective immediately

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation4/9/2025
Transportation3/13/2025

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