Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB1708 immediately designates a segment of State Highway 302 in Ector County as the "Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez Memorial Highway. " This is a ceremonial designation that affects logistics nomenclature and signage but does not alter official postal addresses, legal descriptions for real estate, or regulatory compliance standards for carriers.
Rep. Brooks Landgraf·House Bill·Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Standard regulatory changes (effective 2025-05-24). Review during normal business planning.
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
No amendments required. Existing vendor agreements, leases, and deeds referencing "State Highway 302" remain legally binding. Do not amend legal descriptions in real estate documents, as the underlying highway designation for surveying purposes remains unchanged.
Logistics Updates Only. Fleet managers operating in the Permian Basin must notify drivers and dispatchers of the dual designation. Personnel must be trained to recognize "Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez Memorial Highway" as synonymous with SH 302 between FM 2019 and the Ector-Winkler County line to prevent navigation errors or delayed emergency reporting.
No new filings. Do not file change-of-address forms with the USPS, IRS, or Texas Secretary of State. This designation is honorary and does not constitute a legal address change for businesses fronting the highway.
None. There are no new tolls, registration fees, or mandatory assessments associated with this legislation.
The Funding Trigger (Section 225.021(c)): The law explicitly prohibits TxDOT from using state funds to design, construct, or erect the memorial markers.
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Common questions about HB1708
HB1708 immediately designates a segment of State Highway 302 in Ector County as the "Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez Memorial Highway. " This is a ceremonial designation that affects logistics nomenclature and signage but does not alter official postal addresses, legal descriptions for real estate, or regulatory compliance standards for carriers.
HB1708 was authored by Texas Representative Brooks Landgraf during the Regular Session.
HB1708 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on May 24, 2025.
HB1708 is enforced by Texas Department of Transportation.
The regulatory priority for HB1708 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB1708 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB1708 addresses topics including ector county, highways, trooper kevin ramirez vasquez memorial highway, signs and transportation, texas department of.
Key dates for HB1708: Effective date is 2025-05-24. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB1708 primarily affects transportation and logistics companies. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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