Bill
HB 2842
Relating to the control by lethal means of white-tailed deer in certain areas.
89th Legislature (2025)
Introduced by Sheryl Cole and 4 co-sponsors
Texas law allows lethal white-tailed deer control in designated areas to manage overpopulation causing crop damage, vehicle collisions, and ecological harm.
Effective on 9/1/25
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