House Bill No. 3457 amends Section 391.252(a) of the Transportation Code to regulate the erection of commercial signs along specific highways in Texas. Notably, the bill adds U.S. Highway 77 to the list of highways where commercial signs cannot be erected if they are adjacent to and visible from the highway, specifically between State Highway 186 and State Highway 285. This change aims to enhance the visual landscape and maintain the aesthetic quality of the areas surrounding these highways.

In addition to the insertion regarding U.S. Highway 77, the bill also updates the reference for U.S. Highway 285 by deleting the previous reference to State Highway 44. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing for a transition period for compliance with the new regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Transportation Code 391.252 (Transportation Code 391)
House Committee Report: Transportation Code 391.252 (Transportation Code 391)