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TX SB2129

Bill

Official Source

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Nathan Johnson

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Increases the fine for disregarding a warning given by a flagger at railroad grade crossings to $100-$400, up from the standard $50-$200 fine for other railroad crossing violations

  • Amends Section 545.251(f) of the Texas Transportation Code to create an enhanced penalty specifically for ignoring flagger warnings

  • Applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date; prior offenses remain subject to former law

  • Passed the Texas Senate 31-0 on April 22, 2025, and the House 103-34 on May 23, 2025

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the operation of vehicles at railroad grade crossings; increasing a criminal penalty.

Transportation

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Transportation4/24/2025
Transportation3/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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