Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
SB927 amends the Texas Transportation Code to require the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) to issue specialty license plates for recipients of the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. While the regulatory burden is minimal, automotive dealerships and title service companies must update registration workflows and inventory codes to accommodate this new option.
Sen. Kelly Hancock·Senate Bill·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 to Master Service Agreements, vendor contracts, or employment agreements are required.
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This bill's path through the Texas Legislature
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Common questions about SB927
SB927 amends the Texas Transportation Code to require the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles (TxDMV) to issue specialty license plates for recipients of the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. While the regulatory burden is minimal, automotive dealerships and title service companies must update registration workflows and inventory codes to accommodate this new option.
SB927 was authored by Texas Senator Kelly Hancock during the Regular Session.
SB927 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on May 30, 2025.
SB927 is enforced by Texas Department of Motor Vehicles.
The regulatory priority for SB927 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of SB927 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
SB927 addresses topics including military & veterans, vehicles & traffic, vehicles & traffic--vehicle registration, license plates and motor vehicles, texas department of.
Key dates for SB927: Effective date is 2025-09-01. Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
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