HB 1116
AN ACT relating to expedited driver's license office appointments for
89th Regular Session
Jan 14, 2025 - Jun 2, 2025 • Session ended
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What This Bill Does
Requires the Texas Department of Public Safety to create a system allowing active duty military service members to receive same-day, expedited driver's license appointments at license offices. Military personnel on active duty will be able to get walk-in appointments without long wait times, ensuring they can quickly and efficiently handle their driver's license needs. The new system aims to provide more convenient service for those currently serving in the United States armed forces, recognizing their unique scheduling challenges.
Subject Areas
Bill Text
relating to expedited driver's license office appointments for active duty members of the United States armed forces. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Section 521.002, Transportation Code, is amended Sec. 521.002. CONVENIENCE TO PUBLIC. (a) The department shall implement its duties under this chapter in the manner that provides the greatest convenience to the public. (b) The department by rule shall establish a system to provide each person who is on active duty in the United States armed forces the opportunity to receive an expedited same-day appointment at a driver's license office on a walk-in basis. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2025.
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Bill History
Bill filed: AN ACT relating to expedited driver's license office appointments for
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