Relating to collection of certain fines assessed for traffic offenses.
SB 2554 creates a program allowing Texas residents with unpaid traffic fines (over $200 total for offenses issued before September 1, 2023, and still unpaid by September 1, 2025) to reduce their debt. It requires courts to notify defendants about the program via notices, websites, and mail, especially for those with suspended licenses due to unpaid fines. Participants pay a $100 administrative fee (credited toward their debt) and can pay remaining amounts over 12 months if they have three or more unpaid fines, with fee waivers available for indigent individuals. The bill mandates courts to establish this program and provide application options (online, phone, in-person, or mail).
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Mar 13, 2025
Last action Apr 3, 2025
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Apr 3, 2025
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Referred to Criminal Justice
upper
Apr 3, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
upper
1 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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Party
State
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P
Royce West
DDemocratic
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