S.B. No. 2230 aims to enhance public safety during space flight activities by establishing a legal framework for the evacuation of unauthorized individuals from designated hazard areas. The bill amends Section 61.132 of the Natural Resources Code by adding new subsections (c-1) and (c-2). These subsections empower the governing bodies of municipalities and commissioners courts to mandate the evacuation of unauthorized persons from hazard areas, as determined by the Federal Aviation Administration, on the dates of scheduled space flight activities.

Additionally, the bill introduces a criminal offense for individuals who violate the evacuation orders issued under these new provisions. Such violations are classified as a Class B misdemeanor, escalating to a Class A misdemeanor for repeat offenders. The bill's effectiveness is contingent upon the passage of related legislation concerning beach closures for space flight activities, and it will take effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds majority vote in both houses; otherwise, it will become effective on September 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Natural Resources Code 61.132 (Natural Resources Code 61)
Senate Committee Report: Natural Resources Code 61.132 (Natural Resources Code 61)
Engrossed: Natural Resources Code 61.132 (Natural Resources Code 61)
House Committee Report: Natural Resources Code 61.132 (Natural Resources Code 61)