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TX HCR71

Concurrent Resolution

Status

Passed

5/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Ryan Guillen

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates La Salle County as the official Wild Hog Capital of Texas for a 10-year period from the date of passage

  • Texas has an estimated population of more than 3 million wild hogs, which are recognized as an invasive species causing substantial damage to crops, pastures, and wildlife habitat

  • La Salle County is a renowned South Texas hunting destination with numerous ranches offering feral hog hunting opportunities

  • The La Salle County Fair has hosted the Wild Hog Cook-Off competition in Cotulla every March since 1981, featuring cooking contests, live music, carnival rides, and vendors

  • Adopted by the House on May 1, 2025 (140-0) and by the Senate on May 9, 2025 (31-0)

Legislative Description

Designating La Salle County as the official Wild Hog Capital of Texas for a 10-year period ending in 2035.

Resolutions

Last Action

Signed by the Governor

5/24/2025

Committee Referrals

Administration5/5/2025
Culture, Recreation & Tourism3/5/2025

Full Bill Text

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