S.B. No. 2850 establishes a Task Force on Pollinator Health within the Texas Parks and Wildlife Code. The task force will be created by the director of the department and will consist of members appointed by the director, including representatives from various sectors such as academia, agriculture, and advocacy groups focused on pollinator protection. The task force is tasked with examining issues related to pollinator health, including the development of new habitats, public education initiatives, data collection on pollinator populations, and strategies to prevent habitat loss. The task force will also have the authority to hold hearings and take testimony on relevant matters.

The bill outlines the operational structure of the task force, including quorum requirements, the election of a presiding officer, and provisions for filling vacancies. Members will not receive compensation but may be reimbursed for travel expenses. The task force is required to submit a report, potentially including legislative recommendations, to the relevant legislative committees by October 1, 2026, and may provide progress reports prior to that date. Additionally, the bill specifies that each state agency must assist the task force in its duties, and it allows for remote participation in meetings. The section establishing the task force will expire on December 31, 2026.

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