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TX SB2801

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Bryan Hughes

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Origin

Senate

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a new field trial permit through the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department that exempts registered participants in competitive hunting dog events from hunting license requirements while participating in the trial

  • Defines "field trial" as competitive events where dogs chase or pursue squirrels (gray, cat, fox, or red squirrels), fur-bearing animals, or nongame animals under field conditions

  • Sets the permit fee at $50, with each permit valid for nine consecutive days and only on the specific land identified in the application (either private land or designated public land)

  • Requires permit applications to include applicant information, property address, wildlife species to be pursued, and the name of any sanctioning hunting dog club or organization

  • Directs permit fee revenue to the state's game, fish, and water safety account and requires the Parks and Wildlife Commission to adopt implementing rules

Legislative Description

Relating to a permit issued by the Parks and Wildlife Department for certain hunting dog field trials; authorizing a fee.

Parks & Wildlife

Last Action

Effective immediately

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Culture, Recreation & Tourism5/2/2025
Water, Agriculture, & Rural Affairs4/7/2025

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