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HB 542

Relating to the use of certain money transferred to and deposited in the state highway fund as required by the Texas Constitution.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by John Bucy and 1 co-sponsor

HB 542 establishes rules for how Texas's constitutionally-mandated state highway fund deposits can be allocated and spent on transportation projects.

Left pending in subcommittee
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Bill Summary · HB 542

Legislative bill overview

HB 542 addresses how money transferred to Texas's state highway fund—as mandated by the Texas Constitution—can be used and allocated. The bill is currently in the early legislative process, having been heard in subcommittee but left pending without advancement.

Why is this important

The state highway fund is critical infrastructure financing in Texas. How these constitutionally-required deposits are used affects road maintenance, expansion projects, and potentially other transportation priorities. The bill's specific provisions will determine whether funds have flexibility beyond traditional highway purposes or remain restricted to their constitutional intent.

Potential points of contention

  • Constitutional constraints vs. flexibility: Whether the bill loosens or clarifies constitutional restrictions on how highway fund money can be spent
  • Fund prioritization: Whether money can be redirected to public transit, rail, or other transportation modes versus exclusive highway use
  • Regional equity: How allocation formulas might favor urban versus rural areas or different regions of Texas

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

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