H.B. No. 2906 proposes amendments to the civil liability of towing companies, booting companies, and parking facility owners in Texas for specific violations. The bill introduces new provisions that establish a liability framework for these entities when they intentionally, knowingly, or recklessly violate the law. Under the amended Section 2308.404(c) of the Occupations Code, violators would be liable for $1,000 plus three times the fees associated with the vehicle's removal, towing, storage, or booting. Additionally, they would incur a liability of $500 for each day the vehicle owner or operator is unable to use their vehicle due to the violation, as well as reasonable incidental costs incurred as a result of the loss of use.

The bill specifies that these changes will only apply to violations occurring on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025, ensuring that any violations before this date will be governed by the existing law. This transition clause allows for a clear distinction between past and future violations, maintaining the legal framework in place prior to the enactment of this bill for earlier incidents.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 2308.404 (Occupations Code 2308)