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TX SB662

TX SB662
Relating to the definition of crosswalk for the purpose of motor vehicle collisions involving a pedestrian or other vulnerable road user within the area of a crosswalk.


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Introduced
12/19/2024
In Committee
02/03/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
06/02/2025

Introduced Session

89th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT relating to the definition of crosswalk for the purpose of motor vehicle collisions involving a pedestrian or other vulnerable road user within the area of a crosswalk.

AI Summary

This bill modifies the definition of "crosswalk" within the Texas Transportation Code by referencing the existing definition in Section 541.302, which is not provided in the bill text. The bill appears to be updating Section 545.428, which likely relates to motor vehicle interactions with pedestrians or vulnerable road users. By adding a reference to the existing crosswalk definition, the bill aims to provide clarity and potentially standardize how crosswalks are interpreted in legal contexts involving vehicle-pedestrian incidents. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, giving state agencies and legal professionals time to prepare for the change. While the full details of the crosswalk definition are not included in this bill text, the modification suggests an intent to create more precise legal guidelines for determining crosswalk boundaries and associated rights of way in traffic-related legal proceedings.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Criminal Justice (on 02/03/2025)

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