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SB 2801

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

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Bryan Hughes and 1 co-sponsor

Texas Parks and Wildlife Department gains authority to issue permits and charge fees for hunting dog field trials, effective immediately.

Effective immediately
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Bill Summary · SB 2801

Legislative bill overview

SB 2801 authorizes the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to issue permits for certain hunting dog field trials and establishes the authority to charge fees for these permits. The bill became effective immediately upon the Governor's signature on June 20, 2025.

Why is this important

This legislation provides regulatory framework and revenue generation for an activity that tests hunting dogs in controlled settings. The fee structure allows the state to fund wildlife management and oversight activities related to these field trials while formalizing what may have previously been an unregulated or informally managed practice.

Potential points of contention

  • Fee structure transparency: The bill authorizes fees but doesn't specify amounts, potentially leaving permit costs unclear to stakeholders until regulations are finalized
  • Access and equity: Permit fees could create barriers for smaller operations, youth programs, or lower-income participants interested in field trials
  • Regulatory scope: The phrase "certain hunting dog field trials" is vague and may lead to disputes over which activities require permits versus which are exempt

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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