Bill > HB3329

This bill amends the Parks and Wildlife Code to expand fee waiver provisions for hunting and fishing licenses for certain veterans. Specifically, the bill mandates that the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission must waive fees for honorably discharged veterans who are 65 years old or older, in addition to existing fee waivers for qualified veterans with disabilities and active-duty military personnel. The changes apply to multiple sections of the code, including provisions for resident hunting and fishing licenses and annual combination hunting and fishing licenses. These modifications will ensure that veterans who are 65 and older and have been honorably discharged from the United States armed services can obtain hunting and fishing licenses without paying the standard fees. The bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will only apply to licenses issued on or after that date, meaning previously issued licenses will not be affected and no refunds will be provided for licenses purchased before the effective date.

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