Abolishment of the Parks and Wildlife Department and Commission, transferring their functions to the General Land Office, Department of Agriculture.

This bill abolishes the Parks and Wildlife Department and the Parks and Wildlife Commission in Texas. It transfers their regulatory powers, duties, and functions to the General Land Office, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Public Safety. The General Land Office will handle parks, natural areas, and historic sites. The Department of Agriculture will manage native plants, wildlife, and hunting and fishing. The Department of Public Safety will oversee enforcement, game wardens, and water safety.

Abolishment of the Parks and Wildlife Department and Commission, transferring their functions to the General Land Office, Department of Agriculture.

This bill abolishes the Parks and Wildlife Department and the Parks and Wildlife Commission in Texas. It transfers their regulatory powers, duties, and functions to the General Land Office, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Public Safety. The General Land Office will handle parks, natural areas, and historic sites. The Department of Agriculture will manage native plants, wildlife, and hunting and fishing. The Department of Public Safety will oversee enforcement, game wardens, and water safety.