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TX HB3519

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/28/2025

Primary Sponsor

AJ Louderback

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits the cultivation of castor beans (Ricinus communis) for commercial purposes in Texas
  • Defines "castor bean" as any part of the plant, including seeds, that contain the toxin ricin
  • Defines "cultivate" to include planting, irrigating, growing, and harvesting
  • Establishes violation as a Class C misdemeanor
  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to a prohibition against the cultivation of castor beans; creating a criminal offense.

Crimes

Last Action

Referred to Agriculture & Livestock

3/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Agriculture & Livestock3/24/2025

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