The bill amends Section 545.307 of the Transportation Code to regulate the parking of commercial motor vehicles in or near residential subdivisions. It removes the restriction on parking during specific overnight hours and instead prohibits parking at all times in designated areas unless certain conditions are met. Specifically, a commercial motor vehicle may be parked for up to two hours if the operator is present and taking a mandated break, or if the vehicle is actively transporting goods or services to or from the subdivision. Additionally, the bill expands the areas where parking is restricted to include retail areas alongside residences, schools, and parks.

The bill also mandates that counties or municipalities post signs prohibiting commercial motor vehicle parking in these areas, with the requirement that the signs be placed at all entrances to the subdivision or adjacent streets. It introduces a new provision allowing for the immediate towing of vehicles found in violation of the parking restrictions. The changes aim to enhance the regulation of commercial vehicle parking in residential neighborhoods, ensuring that such vehicles do not disrupt the community environment. The act is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Transportation Code 545.307 (Transportation Code 545)