The bill, H.B. No. 2944, mandates the Texas Transportation Commission to designate any portion of State Highway 87 that is not already classified as a hurricane evacuation route as such, as soon as possible after the bill's effective date. This designation aims to enhance the state's preparedness for hurricane evacuations by ensuring that critical routes are officially recognized for this purpose.

The bill stipulates that it will take effect immediately if it secures a two-thirds majority vote from all elected members in both houses of the legislature. If the necessary vote is not achieved, the bill will come into effect on September 1, 2025.