The bill, S.B. No. 114, proposes amendments to the Parks and Wildlife Code regarding the postmortem testing of deer for chronic wasting disease. It introduces a new section, 12.029, which mandates that all postmortem testing for this disease must be conducted by the Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory. Additionally, the bill stipulates that the interpretation of test results must be carried out by at least two employees of the same laboratory, ensuring a level of oversight and accuracy in the testing process.

This legislation aims to centralize and standardize the testing procedures for chronic wasting disease in deer, thereby enhancing the reliability of the results and potentially improving wildlife management practices. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing time for the necessary adjustments to be made within the relevant agencies.

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