H.B. No. 3831 amends the Parks and Wildlife Code to update the identification requirements for breeder deer in Texas. The bill specifies that breeder deer must be identified by applying an electronic identification device, which must be approved by the United States Department of Agriculture and have a unique 15-digit animal identification number. The bill also mandates that if an electronic identification device is dislodged or damaged, it must be replaced immediately with another electronic device that meets the same requirements. Additionally, the bill clarifies that a tattoo must be applied to the inner ear of the deer, which must correspond with the electronic identification device's unique identifier.

The bill repeals several existing provisions related to breeder deer identification, including specific requirements for identification tags and tattoos. It establishes that the new identification requirements will only apply to breeder deer born on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. Breeder deer born before this date will continue to be governed by the previous laws. Overall, the bill aims to enhance the tracking and identification of breeder deer to ensure better management and compliance within the industry.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Parks and Wildlife Code 43.3561 (Parks and Wildlife Code 43)