The bill, H.B. No. 4545, proposes the addition of Subchapter E to Chapter 13 of the Parks and Wildlife Code, which establishes a framework for private property owners adjacent to land managed by the Parks and Wildlife Department to gain access to that land. It allows these property owners to apply for the installation of an access gate and to enter into an access agreement with the department. The bill outlines the application process, including the necessary documentation, criteria for approval, and the timeline for the department's decision on the application.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that any access agreement must include terms to maintain the integrity of the department-managed land, such as restrictions on the use of the access gate and liability provisions. It also allows the department to charge fees to cover administrative and construction costs associated with the access gate and agreement. The commission is tasked with establishing a fee schedule and adopting necessary rules for implementation. The bill is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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