S.B. No. 1919 amends the Texas Transportation Code to enhance the authority of the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) regarding the settlement of certain claims. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 201.106(b) to allow TxDOT to settle claims if the department may be liable under Chapter 101 of the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, the director believes that a settlement is in the department's best interest, and the department's liability under the settlement is less than $100,000. This represents an increase from the previous threshold of $10,000.

The bill aims to streamline the claims settlement process for TxDOT, enabling the department to resolve claims more efficiently and potentially save taxpayer money. If enacted, this legislation will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Transportation Code 201.106 (Transportation Code 201)
Senate Committee Report: Transportation Code 201.106 (Transportation Code 201)