TITLE: Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on security patrol vehicles.

SUMMARY: Relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on security patrol vehicles.

FULL TEXT:
AN ACT relating to the use of certain lighting equipment on security patrol vehicles. BE IT ENACTED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF TEXAS: SECTION 1. Section 547.305, Transportation Code, is amended by adding Subsections (e-1) and (e-2) and amending Subsection (f) to read as follows: (e-1) A security patrol vehicle may only be equipped with green, amber, or white lights. (e-2) A motor vehicle is equipped with a lamp or illuminating device under this section regardless of whether the lamp or illuminating device is: (1) attached to the motor vehicle temporarily or permanently; or (2) activated. (f) In this section:(1) "Security patrol vehicle" means a motor vehicle being used for the purpose of providing security services by: (A) a guard company described by Section 1702.108, Occupations Code; or (B) a security officer as defined by Section 1702.002, Occupations Code. (2) "Tow ["tow] truck" means a motor vehicle or mechanical device that is adapted or used to tow, winch, or move a disabled vehicle. SECTION 2. This Act takes effect September 1, 2018.