Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB767 designates the portion of State Highway 249 in Montgomery County as the "Paul P. Mendes Memorial Parkway," effective immediately. This is a ceremonial overlay that imposes no new regulatory burdens, taxes, or reporting requirements on the private sector.
Rep. Cecil Bell·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 changes required. Existing leases, vendor agreements, and real estate deeds referencing "State Highway 249" remain legally valid and enforceable. Future contracts may reference the "Paul P. Mendes Memorial Parkway" for location clarity, but the official postal and legal route remains SH 249.
No changes required.
No changes required. Do not alter your official registered address for tax or postal purposes. The United States Postal Service (USPS) and emergency response systems will continue to prioritize the standard highway designation.
None. The cost of signage is borne by private donations or local government grants, not by general industry assessments or toll increases.
The "Funding Trigger" (Transportation Code § 225.021(c)):
While the law is effective immediately, the physical manifestation of the law (the signs) is conditional. The statute prohibits TxDOT from designing, constructing, or erecting the markers unless they receive a grant or donation to cover the cost.
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Common questions about HB767
HB767 designates the portion of State Highway 249 in Montgomery County as the "Paul P. Mendes Memorial Parkway," effective immediately. This is a ceremonial overlay that imposes no new regulatory burdens, taxes, or reporting requirements on the private sector.
HB767 was authored by Texas Representative Cecil Bell during the Regular Session.
HB767 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on May 24, 2025.
HB767 is enforced by Texas Department of Transportation.
The regulatory priority for HB767 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB767 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB767 addresses topics including highways, transportation, transportation--miscellaneous, paul p. mendes memorial parkway and montgomery county.
Key dates for HB767: Effective date is 2025-05-24. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
HB767 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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