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TX HB3469

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/8/2025

Primary Sponsor

Elizabeth Campos

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Exempts individuals from structural pest control licensing requirements when performing outdoor nuisance bird control activities without compensation or on behalf of a public improvement district

  • Permitted control methods under the exemption include laser lights, noise-emitting devices, and recorded sounds that comply with local noise ordinances

  • Explicitly prohibits the exemption from covering devices that kill, harm, trap, or collect live birds, as well as chemicals and explosive devices

  • Exemption does not apply to activities that pose risks of harm to persons, animals, property, or the environment

  • Takes effect immediately upon receiving two-thirds vote in both legislative chambers, otherwise September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the exemption of certain activities from regulation as a structural pest control service.

Occupational Regulation

Last Action

Referred to Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs

5/9/2025

Committee Referrals

Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs5/9/2025
Agriculture & Livestock3/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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