Bill

SB 880

85(R) - 2017
Senate Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
Read Bill & Check Bill Status
Senate Agriculture, Water, & Rural Affairs
Fishing License
Hunting and Fishing
Hunting License
Parks and Wildlife

Companion Bill

HB 1891

Vote Recommendation

Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
  • Neutral
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Author(s)

Carlos Uresti

Bill Caption

Relating to a documented member of the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas hunting certain deer.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

Under current law, the hunting, fishing, and possession of certain animals and at certain times is prohibited under the Wildlife Conservation Act of 1983. SB 880 would create an exemption allowing members of the Kickapoo Traditional Tribe of Texas to hunt antlerless white-tailed deer for religious ceremonial purposes, as subject to certain conditions.

Vote Recommendation Notes

This bill does not appear to have a connection to our liberty principles, therefore we remain neutral. 

Organizations Supporting

Texas Deer Association

Organizations Opposed

Texas Wildlife Association