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TX SB1930

Bill

Status

Passed

5/15/2025

Primary Sponsor

Juan Hinojosa

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 43.405 of the Parks and Wildlife Code to specify how net receipts from saltwater fishing stamp sales may be used, removing the previous requirement that funds be spent on "enforcement" and changing "shall" to "may"

  • Authorizes stamp proceeds to fund repair, maintenance, renovation, and construction of saltwater fish hatcheries and facilities supporting saltwater fisheries management and research

  • Permits spending on restoration, enhancement, and management of saltwater fish habitats, as well as development of shoreline-based projects for saltwater angler access

  • Allows funds to be used for purchasing licenses under license buyback programs authorized by Sections 47.081, 76.405, 77.119, or 78.111

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025, and applies only to stamp sale receipts collected on or after that date; prior receipts remain governed by existing law

Legislative Description

Relating to the use of proceeds from the sale of saltwater fishing stamps issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department.

State Finances

Last Action

Effective on 9/1/25

5/15/2025

Committee Referrals

Culture, Recreation & Tourism4/17/2025
Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs3/17/2025

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