The bill, H.B. No. 427, proposes an amendment to the Transportation Code of Texas, specifically by adding Section 545.429. This new section allows a pregnant operator of a motor vehicle to use any high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lane in the state, regardless of whether the vehicle has any passengers other than the operator's unborn child.

The legislation aims to provide pregnant individuals with greater access to HOV lanes, recognizing their unique circumstances. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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