Texas HB3722 restricts construction of structures taller than 500 feet near certain airspace used by Department of Defense contractors.

Texas HB3722 amends the Transportation Code to add a new section protecting airspace designated for use by Department of Defense contractors. Specifically, it prohibits the construction of any structure taller than 500 feet within five miles of an aerobatic training area used for training by contractors. The bill takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses of the Texas Legislature, otherwise it will take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3722 restricts construction of structures taller than 500 feet near certain airspace used by Department of Defense contractors.

Texas HB3722 amends the Transportation Code to add a new section protecting airspace designated for use by Department of Defense contractors. Specifically, it prohibits the construction of any structure taller than 500 feet within five miles of an aerobatic training area used for training by contractors. The bill takes effect immediately if it receives a two-thirds vote in both houses of the Texas Legislature, otherwise it will take effect on September 1, 2025.