H.B. No. 3531 introduces a new provision to the Texas Transportation Code that allows applicants for motor vehicle registration to voluntarily disclose their military status. Under the newly added Section 502.013, when individuals register or renew their vehicle registration, they will have the option to indicate if they are members of the United States armed forces. If they choose to disclose this information, the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles is required to include their military status in the vehicle registration records and in any related information released by the department.

This bill aims to recognize and document the military status of vehicle owners, potentially facilitating access to benefits or services available to service members. The provisions of this act will take effect on September 1, 2025.

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