Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB1960 designates a portion of State Highway 345 in San Benito as the "Lieutenant Milton Resendez Memorial Highway," effective June 20, 2025. This is a commemorative designation that impacts signage and visual navigation references; it does not alter official postal addresses, legal property descriptions, or 9-1-1 emergency service routing for businesses along the corridor.
Rep. Janie Lopez·House Bill·Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Standard regulatory changes (effective 2025-06-20). 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
Do not amend legal addresses. The law establishes an honorary title, not a legal renaming of the roadway.
Update Logistics Protocols.
None. No filings with the Secretary of State or TxDOT are required regarding this designation.
Voluntary Only. There are no mandatory fees. However, the signage is funded entirely by non-state sources. Local businesses may be solicited for voluntary donations to cover the cost of manufacturing and erecting the markers.
The "Funding Trigger" (Section 225.021(c))
The law requires TxDOT to install signage *only if* a grant or donation is received to cover the costs.
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Common questions about HB1960
HB1960 designates a portion of State Highway 345 in San Benito as the "Lieutenant Milton Resendez Memorial Highway," effective June 20, 2025. This is a commemorative designation that impacts signage and visual navigation references; it does not alter official postal addresses, legal property descriptions, or 9-1-1 emergency service routing for businesses along the corridor.
HB1960 was authored by Texas Representative Janie Lopez during the Regular Session.
HB1960 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB1960 is enforced by Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
The regulatory priority for HB1960 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB1960 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
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Key dates for HB1960: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB1960 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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