Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB3034 designates a segment of State Highway 249 in Grimes and Montgomery Counties as the "Doug Pitcock Aggie Expressway," effective September 1, 2025. This is a navigational change affecting regional logistics and marketing; it imposes no new regulatory burdens, licensure requirements, or fiscal reporting obligations on member businesses.
Sen. Paul Bettencourt路Senate Bill路Regular Session
This legislation has regulatory implications for the following Texas businesses and organizations:
Standard regulatory changes (effective 2025-09-01). 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. Legal descriptions, lease agreements, and vendor contracts referencing "State Highway 249" remain legally valid and enforceable.
Update dispatch and logistics training materials to recognize "Doug Pitcock Aggie Expressway" as a valid alias for SH 249 to prevent driver confusion regarding delivery locations between SH 105 and FM 1774.
None. This statute imposes duties solely on the Texas Department of Transportation.
None. There are no filing fees or operational costs mandated for private entities.
The statute explicitly subjects the designation to Transportation Code 搂 225.021(c), which prohibits TxDOT from installing signage until private grants or donations cover the cost. Despite the Legislative Budget Board noting costs could be "absorbed," the law restricts agency action until funding is secured. Do not rely on physical signage for wayfinding or marketing immediately upon the effective date, as installation may be delayed indefinitely pending funding verification.
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Common questions about SB3034
SB3034 designates a segment of State Highway 249 in Grimes and Montgomery Counties as the "Doug Pitcock Aggie Expressway," effective September 1, 2025. This is a navigational change affecting regional logistics and marketing; it imposes no new regulatory burdens, licensure requirements, or fiscal reporting obligations on member businesses.
SB3034 was authored by Texas Senator Paul Bettencourt during the Regular Session.
SB3034 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
SB3034 is enforced by Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).
The regulatory priority for SB3034 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB3034 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB3034 addresses topics including grimes county, montgomery county, highways, doug pitcock aggie expressway and signs.
Key dates for SB3034: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
SB3034 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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