Texas HB3019 restricts certain metropolitan rapid transit authorities from applying for federal funds without governor approval.

Texas HB3019 amends the Transportation Code to restrict certain metropolitan rapid transit authorities from applying for or receiving federal funds, including capital investment grants, for light rail transit systems without the governor's approval. The governor must consider public health and safety issues, enforcement of voter-approved restrictions against camping in public spaces, and the competitive impact on other Texas entities when deciding whether to approve the request. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3019 restricts certain metropolitan rapid transit authorities from applying for federal funds without governor approval.

Texas HB3019 amends the Transportation Code to restrict certain metropolitan rapid transit authorities from applying for or receiving federal funds, including capital investment grants, for light rail transit systems without the governor's approval. The governor must consider public health and safety issues, enforcement of voter-approved restrictions against camping in public spaces, and the competitive impact on other Texas entities when deciding whether to approve the request. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.