Honorable Geanie W. Morrison, Chair, House Committee on Transportation
FROM:
Ursula Parks, Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB3061 by Guillen (Relating to operating a motor vehicle while another person is occupying the trunk; creating a criminal offense.), As Introduced
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Transportation code prohibiting operating a vehicle while a person is occupying the trunk. The bill would create a Class C misdemeanor for violating the provisions of the bill.
The bill would take effect September 1, 2017.
Local Government Impact
A Class C misdemeanor is punishable by a fine of not more than $500. Costs associated with enforcement and prosecution could likely be absorbed within existing resources. Revenue gain from fines imposed and collected is not anticipated to have a significant fiscal impact. In addition to the fine, punishment can include up to 180 days of deferred disposition.