The bill, S.B. No. 2892, proposes the establishment of a wildlife corridor action plan by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, aimed at enhancing wildlife connectivity and promoting driver safety. It introduces a new subchapter, Subchapter I, to Chapter 12 of the Parks and Wildlife Code, which includes definitions for key terms such as "wildlife corridor" and outlines the responsibilities of the department in developing the action plan. The plan will identify and prioritize wildlife crossing projects, assess existing barriers to wildlife movement, and recommend infrastructure or mitigation techniques to improve safety and connectivity.

Additionally, the bill mandates the department to assist other state and federal agencies in incorporating wildlife corridors into their strategic plans. It requires the department to maintain the plan on its website and provide periodic updates on the implementation of recommended projects. The bill stipulates that the plan must be submitted to key state officials by December 1, 2026, with a provision for the act to take effect immediately upon receiving a two-thirds vote from the legislature or on September 1, 2025, if such a vote is not achieved.

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