Bill > HB3129

This bill modifies the Parks and Wildlife Code to allow hunters and fishing license applicants to voluntarily donate $1, $5, $10, or $20 to the Operation Game Thief Fund when applying for any type of hunting or fishing license, including combination licenses. The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will be required to include a donation option on the first page of license applications and on their website, giving applicants a clear opportunity to contribute to the fund. The department must deposit these donations into the Operation Game Thief Fund by the 14th day of each month, with the ability to deduct reasonable administrative expenses related to implementing this donation process. The Operation Game Thief Fund is likely a program designed to support wildlife conservation, enforcement of hunting and fishing regulations, or combating illegal hunting and fishing activities. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, providing the department time to update their application processes to accommodate these voluntary donations.

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