S.B. No. 1018 amends the distribution of state traffic fine revenue received by the comptroller, specifically altering the percentages allocated to the general revenue fund and the trauma facility and emergency medical services account. The bill stipulates that 50 percent of the revenue will now be credited to the undedicated portion of the general revenue fund, while the remaining 50 percent will be credited to the designated trauma facility and emergency medical services account. This represents a significant change from the previous allocation of 70 percent to the general revenue fund and 30 percent to the trauma account.

Additionally, the bill establishes a cap on the amount deposited to the general revenue fund, stating that the comptroller will only deposit up to $250 million in any state fiscal year. Any excess revenue beyond this threshold will be directed to the Texas mobility fund. The new provisions will apply only to revenue collected on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025, ensuring that prior collections will continue to be governed by existing law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Transportation Code 542.4031 (Transportation Code 542)
Senate Committee Report: Transportation Code 542.4031 (Transportation Code 542)
Engrossed: Transportation Code 542.4031 (Transportation Code 542)
House Committee Report: Transportation Code 542.4031 (Transportation Code 542)
Enrolled: Transportation Code 542.4031 (Transportation Code 542)