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SB1230

Regular Session

Relating to the designation of Farm-to-Market Road 10 in Panola County as the Deputy Sheriff Chris Dickerson Memorial Highway.

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Effective:2025-09-01
SB1230
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Relating to the designation of Farm-to-Market Road 10 in Panola County as the Deputy Sheriff Chris Dickerson Memorial Highway.
Low Compliance Urgency
Requires routine attention
Cost Impact
Low
Effective
2025-09-01
Enforcing Agencies
Texas Department of Transportation
Primary Author: Sen. Bryan Hughes
89th Texas Legislature
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Compliance Analysis

Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation

Implementation Timeline

  • Effective Date: September 1, 2025
  • Compliance Deadline: N/A (No mandatory action required for private entities).
  • Agency Rulemaking: None. TxDOT will utilize existing protocols under Transportation Code § 225.021 to manage the designation.

Immediate Action Plan

  • Logistics: Confirm with dispatch and logistics teams that GPS and routing software will continue to utilize "FM 10" or "Farm-to-Market Road 10."
  • Facilities: Advise Panola County site managers that official mailing addresses for regulatory filings remain unchanged.
  • Community Relations: Determine your corporate social responsibility (CSR) stance regarding potential requests to donate funds for the signage installation.

Operational Changes Required

Contracts

No changes required. Legal descriptions of property and valid delivery addresses for Master Service Agreements (MSAs) remain "Farm-to-Market Road 10." The memorial name is honorary and does not invalidate contracts using the standard route number.

Hiring/Training

No changes required.

Reporting & Record-Keeping

No changes required.

Fees & Costs

Voluntary only. There are no statutory fees. However, the state is prohibited from paying for these markers. Local businesses may be solicited by civic groups to provide the grant funding necessary for TxDOT to fabricate and install the signs.

Strategic Ambiguities & Considerations

The Funding Trigger. While the law states TxDOT "shall" design and construct the markers, this mandate is subordinate to Transportation Code § 225.021(c). TxDOT will not act until a grant or donation is received to cover the cost. If no private or local government funds are remitted, the law is technically in effect, but no physical signage will appear.

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Legislative Timeline

This bill's path through the Texas Legislature

Filed
Feb 11, 2025
Passed Senate
May 14, 2025
Passed House
May 28, 2025
Signed
Jun 20, 2025
TopicsPanola CountyHighwaysDeputy Sheriff Chris Dickerson Memorial HighwaySignsTransportation, Texas Department of
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Senate Authors

Sen. Bryan HughesRepublican · Primary Author

House Sponsors

Rep. Joanne ShofnerRepublican · Primary Sponsor
Cosponsors (17)

Bill Text(with markup)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SB1230

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What does Texas SB1230 do?

SB1230 designates Farm-to-Market Road 10 in Panola County as the "Deputy Sheriff Chris Dickerson Memorial Highway. " This is a ceremonial designation that does not alter official routing numbers, speed limits, or commercial vehicle restrictions; however, businesses in the region should anticipate solicitation to fund the requisite signage. Implementation Timeline Effective Date: September 1, 2025 Compliance Deadline: N/A (No mandatory action required for private entities).

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Who authored SB1230?

SB1230 was authored by Texas Senator Bryan Hughes during the Regular Session.

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When was SB1230 signed into law?

SB1230 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.

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Which agencies enforce SB1230?

SB1230 is enforced by Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).

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How urgent is compliance with SB1230?

The compliance urgency for SB1230 is rated as "low". Businesses and organizations should review the requirements and timeline to ensure timely compliance.

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What is the cost impact of SB1230?

The cost impact of SB1230 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.

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What topics does SB1230 address?

SB1230 addresses topics including panola county, highways, deputy sheriff chris dickerson memorial highway, signs and transportation, texas department of.

Legislative data provided by LegiScanLast updated: November 25, 2025

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