Relating to the use of a high occupancy vehicle lane by certain operators of motor vehicles.

HB 2462 would allow pregnant drivers in Texas to use high occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes regardless of whether their vehicle has other passengers, including their unborn child. The bill amends the Texas Transportation Code to state that a pregnant operator is entitled to use HOV lanes even if traveling alone. This policy change would directly affect pregnant drivers who currently must have additional passengers to legally use HOV lanes. The bill takes effect September 1, 2025, if enacted.