H.B. No. 4164 amends the Transportation Code to enhance notice requirements for certain state highway projects. The bill introduces a new subsection (d) to Section 203.022, which mandates that the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) send notices regarding state highway projects to adjoining property owners via certified mail, with a return receipt requested. Additionally, the bill requires that property owners acknowledge receipt of the notice within 60 days, using a form and manner specified by department rules. If TxDOT does not receive this acknowledgment, it must make reasonable efforts to locate the property owner and provide personal notice.

The bill aims to ensure that property owners are adequately informed about highway projects that may affect them, thereby promoting transparency and communication between TxDOT and the public. The new requirements are set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Transportation Code 203.022 (Transportation Code 203)
House Committee Report: Transportation Code 203.022 (Transportation Code 203)