H.B. No. 2462 proposes an amendment to the Transportation Code by adding Section 545.429, which allows female operators of motor vehicles who are either pregnant or are parents or legal guardians to use high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes regardless of the number of occupants in their vehicle. This provision aims to provide greater access to HOV lanes for these individuals, promoting convenience and support for families.

However, the bill includes a stipulation that this entitlement is contingent upon compliance with federal regulations. Specifically, if the Texas Department of Transportation is notified by the United States Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration that allowing such use would jeopardize federal highway funding or lead to punitive actions against the state, the entitlement would not apply. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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