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SB 662

Relating to the definition of crosswalk for the purpose of motor vehicle collisions involving a pedestrian or other vulnerable road user within the area of a crosswalk.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Joan Huffman

Texas bill redefines "crosswalk" for pedestrian collision liability, potentially altering driver criminal/civil responsibility and pedestrian legal protections in vehicle accidents.

Referred to Criminal Justice
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Bill Summary · SB 662

Legislative bill overview

SB 662 modifies the legal definition of "crosswalk" in Texas law specifically for purposes of motor vehicle collision liability involving pedestrians and vulnerable road users. The bill clarifies what constitutes a crosswalk area where drivers have heightened legal duties and potential criminal or civil liability.

Why is this important

How "crosswalk" is legally defined determines driver liability in pedestrian collision cases and can affect criminal charges, civil lawsuits, and insurance outcomes. This definitional change could expand or restrict where pedestrians receive legal protection and where drivers face enhanced accountability for collisions.

Potential points of contention

  • Scope of protected areas: The specific definition change could either narrow protections (requiring crosswalks to be more formally marked) or broaden them (protecting jaywalkers in unmarked crossing areas), creating dispute over legislative intent
  • Driver liability exposure: Clarifying crosswalk definitions may increase or decrease criminal prosecution likelihood for drivers involved in pedestrian collisions depending on the direction of change
  • Pedestrian safety implications: Narrower definitions could leave pedestrians vulnerable in unmarked but commonly-used crossing areas; broader definitions might create ambiguity about driver expectations and compliance

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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