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HB 1905

Relating to notice to the Texas A&M Forest Service of a prescribed burn to be conducted by the Parks and Wildlife Department.

89th Legislature (2025)

Requires Parks and Wildlife Department to notify Texas A&M Forest Service before conducting prescribed burns to improve state agency coordination on fire management.

Referred to Natural Resources
#firesafety&prevention(s0273) #parks&wildlifedepartment(v0045) #parks&wildlife--general(i0585) #texasa&mforestservice(u0213)
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Bill Summary · HB 1905

Legislative bill overview

HB 1905 requires the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department to notify the Texas A&M Forest Service before conducting prescribed burns. The bill establishes a procedural requirement to improve coordination between two state agencies managing fire-related activities on public lands.

Why is this important

Prescribed burns are critical land management tools for reducing wildfire risk, controlling vegetation, and maintaining ecosystem health. Better coordination between agencies can prevent operational conflicts, ensure safety protocols are aligned, and improve overall effectiveness of fire management across Texas lands.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation burden: The requirement may create administrative delays if notification processes are poorly defined or if Forest Service input could halt or modify planned burns
  • Jurisdictional clarity: The bill doesn't specify what authority the Forest Service has over Parks and Wildlife burns or how conflicts between agencies would be resolved
  • Definition gaps: The legislation may lack clear guidance on burn timing, notification periods, acreage thresholds, or what constitutes adequate notice

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

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