Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

SB 2017: Relating to the creation of a criminal offense for operating a motor vehicle under certain circumstances causing a tire of the vehicle to spin, lose traction, or leave the surface of a highway.

Passed one chamber Last action May 22, 2025: Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.

Plain-language summary

SB 2017 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on March 6, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the creation of a criminal offense for operating a motor vehicle under certain circumstances causing a tire of the vehicle to spin, lose traction, or leave the surface of a highway. Primary sponsor: Paul Bettencourt (Republican). Most recent recorded action (May 22, 2025): Failed to receive affirmative vote in comm.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Paul Bettencourt (Republican).