Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 497: Relating to the operation of certain vehicles preceding, during, and following disasters.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 497 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on November 22, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to the operation of certain vehicles preceding, during, and following disasters. Primary sponsor: Kevin Sparks (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (February 4, 2025): Co-author authorized.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kevin Sparks | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 31 |
| César Blanco | Co-sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Lois Kolkhorst | Co-sponsor | Republican | Senate | 18 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Co-author authorized
- Referred to Transportation
- Read first time
- Filed
- Received by the Secretary of the Senate