The bill proposes the abolishment of the Parks and Wildlife Department and the Parks and Wildlife Commission, transferring their functions to the General Land Office, Department of Agriculture, and Department of Public Safety. The heading of Subchapter A, Chapter 1 of the Parks and Wildlife Code is amended to reflect this change, with the new title being "REGULATION OF THIS CODE." Additionally, new sections are added to outline the specific responsibilities of each agency regarding the administration of parks, wildlife, and related regulations. A memorandum of understanding is required to detail the transfer of powers, duties, and functions among the entities involved.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the continuation of existing rules, policies, and employee statuses from the Parks and Wildlife Department and Commission until they are superseded by the new entities. It also ensures that any pending complaints or proceedings related to licenses or permits issued by the former department will continue without interruption. The bill mandates a nonsubstantive revision of Texas codes to update references to the Parks and Wildlife Department and Commission, and it is set to take effect on September 1, 2025.

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