Bill > HB3726

This bill modifies Texas transportation law to expand the types of vehicles that drivers must take special precautions around when passing on a highway. Specifically, the bill adds a new category (section 7) to the existing list of vehicles that require careful passing, which now includes vehicles stopped on the shoulder of the highway that are using hazard lamps or other warning devices like traffic cones, flares, or retroreflective devices. The bill also updates a related section about blue light usage, clarifying which specific types of vehicles (emergency vehicles, tow trucks, highway maintenance vehicles, utility service vehicles, waste transport vehicles, and toll project vehicles) may be equipped with flashing blue lights. The changes are intended to improve safety by ensuring drivers are more aware of and cautious around stopped vehicles on or near highways. The legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, giving state transportation authorities and drivers time to become familiar with the new requirements.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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