Texas HB3054 mandates that governmental entities plant only native trees on public property, with exceptions for historical or educational purposes.

Texas HB3054 requires governmental entities to plant only native trees on public property, prohibiting the use of nonindigenous trees unless they have genuine historical significance or are used for educational, scientific, or research purposes. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service must develop and maintain a list of native tree species, updated periodically. This Act applies to contracts solicited after its effective date of September 1, 2025.

Texas HB3054 mandates that governmental entities plant only native trees on public property, with exceptions for historical or educational purposes.

Texas HB3054 requires governmental entities to plant only native trees on public property, prohibiting the use of nonindigenous trees unless they have genuine historical significance or are used for educational, scientific, or research purposes. The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service must develop and maintain a list of native tree species, updated periodically. This Act applies to contracts solicited after its effective date of September 1, 2025.