Establishes an electronic registry for livestock marks and brands in Texas.

Texas HB147 establishes an electronic registry for livestock marks and brands, managed by the Texas Animal Health Commission. Owners of cattle, hogs, sheep, or goats must record their marks and brands with the county clerk, who will then deliver an electronic copy to the Commission. The registry is publicly available and searchable but does not provide personal identifying information to the general public. Law enforcement can access the registry for personal identifying information of individuals associated with recorded marks or brands.

Establishes an electronic registry for livestock marks and brands in Texas.

Texas HB147 establishes an electronic registry for livestock marks and brands, managed by the Texas Animal Health Commission. Owners of cattle, hogs, sheep, or goats must record their marks and brands with the county clerk, who will then deliver an electronic copy to the Commission. The registry is publicly available and searchable but does not provide personal identifying information to the general public. Law enforcement can access the registry for personal identifying information of individuals associated with recorded marks or brands.