The bill, H.B. No. 2431, proposes amendments to the Transportation Code regarding permits for vehicles transporting intermodal shipping containers. Specifically, it modifies Section 623.0172(c) to restrict these vehicles to routes that are located in counties with populations exceeding 90,000, on highways within the state highway system, and within 30 miles of the border between Texas and Arkansas. The previous limit was set at five miles, indicating a significant increase in the allowable distance for these vehicles.

The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing for a transition period for implementation. This change aims to facilitate the movement of intermodal shipping containers while ensuring that the routes remain within designated areas that can accommodate such transportation.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Transportation Code 623.0172 (Transportation Code 623)