Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB 1366 mandates that all Texas driver education and driving safety course providers integrate a specific curriculum module regarding construction and maintenance work zone safety. This requirement affects all licensed driver education schools (teen and adult), online defensive driving providers, and parent-taught course vendors, requiring a mandatory product update to maintain licensure.
Sen. Robert Nichols·Senate Bill·Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Notable regulatory updates (effective 2025-09-01). Consider how these changes may affect your operations.
Affected business types:
Affected business types:
lowMinimal cost impact anticipated.
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
The statute requires the inclusion of "information" but leaves the specifics to TCLR rulemaking. Watch the *Texas Register* in early 2026 for:
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This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Common questions about SB1366
SB 1366 mandates that all Texas driver education and driving safety course providers integrate a specific curriculum module regarding construction and maintenance work zone safety. This requirement affects all licensed driver education schools (teen and adult), online defensive driving providers, and parent-taught course vendors, requiring a mandatory product update to maintain licensure.
SB1366 was authored by Texas Senator Robert Nichols during the Regular Session.
SB1366 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on May 19, 2025.
SB1366 is enforced by Texas Commission of Licensing and Regulation (TCLR) and Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).
The regulatory priority for SB1366 is rated as "moderate". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB1366 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB1366 addresses topics including education, education--driver education & training, vehicles & traffic, vehicles & traffic--driver's licenses and vehicles & traffic--rules of road.
Key dates for SB1366: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Rulemaking: Adopt rules mandating the inclusion of work zone safety and penalty information in driver education and driving safety curricula, in consultation with DPS. (2026-05-01). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
SB1366 primarily affects construction firms and contractors. These businesses should review the legislation with their legal and compliance teams to understand potential impacts.
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