Texas Senate Bill SB2845

Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

• Filed: 3/14/25

Caption

Relating to the voluntary removal of either a breeder deer's identification tag or button tag on liberation of the breeder deer onto a release site.

Impact

Should SB2845 be enacted, it would amend Section 43.3561 of the Parks and Wildlife Code to specifically allow breeders to choose which tag to remove, rather than being mandated to keep both tags on the deer. This flexibility could lead to better management practices by breeders, fostering cooperation between state regulations and breeders' operational needs. By streamlining this process, the bill may positively influence the breeding and release practices of deer in Texas, thereby affecting hunting and wildlife conservation efforts within the state.

Summary

Senate Bill 2845 relates to the management of breeder deer in Texas by allowing for the voluntary removal of either an identification tag or a button tag when releasing a breeder deer onto a site. This bill aims to ease regulations surrounding breeder deer, which are raised for hunting and conservation purposes. The proposed change emphasizes the flexibility for breeders and encourages compliance with the Wildlife Code by simplifying the requirements for tagging deer at the point of liberation.

Contention

While the summary of SB2845 indicates a form of regulatory relief for breeders, there may be concerns from wildlife management advocates regarding the potential effects on tracking and monitoring released deer. Critics could argue that removing these tags raises questions about the effectiveness of tracking wildlife populations, which is crucial for conservation and management efforts. Effective monitoring is essential for maintaining sustainable deer populations and for ensuring that hunting practices are conducted ethically and within sustainable limits.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Parks And Wildlife Code

• Chapter 43. Special Licenses And Permits
  • Section: 3561