Bill > SB756

This bill fundamentally changes how toll violations are handled in Texas by removing criminal penalties and shifting towards administrative processes. Specifically, the bill eliminates criminal offenses related to toll non-payment and instead focuses on administrative remedies such as collecting unpaid tolls, imposing administrative fees, and using methods like placing vehicle immobilization devices. The legislation modifies several sections of the Transportation Code to remove language about criminal offenses for toll violations, while maintaining mechanisms for toll collection. Key changes include removing criminal charges for failing to pay tolls, changing how vehicle owners and lessees are notified about unpaid tolls, and providing exceptions for stolen vehicles. The bill also repeals multiple sections of existing law related to toll violation offenses and simplifies the enforcement process. An important provision states that these changes will only apply to tolls incurred on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025, meaning existing toll violations prior to that date will still be governed by previous laws.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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