Enrolled Bill Summary

Senate Bill 975	Senate Author:  Birdwell et al.
Effective:  9-1-17	House Sponsor:  Schubert et al.

            Senate Bill 975 amends the Transportation Code to set out security-related requirements for a private entity operator of high-speed rail, including the implementation of federal Transportation Security Administration requirements and state requirements relating to emergency management training. The bill requires the Department of Public Safety to administer and enforce the bill's provisions and to ensure consistency with applicable federal rules, regulations, and standards.