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TX SB2112
Bill
Status
5/30/2025
Primary Sponsor
Lois Kolkhorst
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AI Summary
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Violations of cultivated oyster mariculture statutes (Section 75.0104(a) or 75.0106 of the Parks and Wildlife Code) are classified as Class B Parks and Wildlife Code misdemeanors, increasing to Class A misdemeanors for repeat offenders with a prior conviction within five years
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Violations of rules adopted under the cultivated oyster mariculture chapter are classified as Class C Parks and Wildlife Code misdemeanors, increasing to Class B misdemeanors for offenders with two or more prior rule violations within five years
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The enhanced penalties apply only to offenses committed on or after September 1, 2025
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Passed the Senate on April 9, 2025 (28-2) and the House on May 20, 2025 (110-36)
Legislative Description
Relating to the punishment for certain criminal offenses related to cultivated oyster mariculture; increasing a criminal penalty.
Parks & Wildlife
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
5/30/2025