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TX HB346

TX HB346
Relating to the regulation of bow fishing.


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Introduced
11/14/2018
In Committee
02/19/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
05/27/2019

Introduced Session

86th Legislature Regular Session

Bill Summary

Relating to the regulation of bow fishing.

AI Summary

This bill amends the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code to regulate the practice of "bow fishing", which is defined as using archery equipment such as longbows, recurved bows, compound bows, or crossbows to fish for catfish in public freshwater. The bill authorizes individuals with the required fishing license and freshwater fishing stamp to engage in bow fishing, and gives the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission the authority to adopt additional rules related to this activity. The bill takes effect on September 1, 2019.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism (on 02/19/2019)

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