TX HB4867

Expands the definition of "aircraft" to include unmanned aircraft (drones) for purposes of wildlife management regulations

Modifies the definition of "depredating animals" to explicitly exclude mountain lions from the list that includes bobcats, feral hogs, red foxes, coyotes, and coyote-dog crossbreeds

Creates new criminal offense for using aircraft to "hunt for sport," defined as hunting for purposes other than protecting land, water, wildlife, livestock, crops, or human life

Requires persons managing wildlife or exotic animals by aircraft to obtain both a permit and landowner authorization before conducting activities, with separate offenses for not obtaining these documents versus not having them in immediate possession

Restructures penalty classifications: general violations reduced from Class A to Class C misdemeanor, while violations involving taking wildlife elevated to Class A misdemeanor, with enhanced penalties for repeat offenders within 10 years including potential felony charges