Texas SB1215 regulates the placement of cultivated oysters in natural, private, or coastal waters, requiring department approval.

Texas SB1215 amends the Parks and Wildlife Code to allow the placement of cultivated oysters in natural, private, or coastal waters only if authorized by the department in writing. The bill also mandates that the department adopt best management practices for authorizing such placements. This legislation takes effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas SB1215 regulates the placement of cultivated oysters in natural, private, or coastal waters, requiring department approval.

Texas SB1215 amends the Parks and Wildlife Code to allow the placement of cultivated oysters in natural, private, or coastal waters only if authorized by the department in writing. The bill also mandates that the department adopt best management practices for authorizing such placements. This legislation takes effect on September 1, 2025.