Regulations
- Recreational Fishing and Hunting
Texas hunting & fishing regulations, license - Boating
Laws, ownership, education & where to boat - Water Safety Digest
A Summary of Boating Laws - Commercial Fishing
Guide, harvest reporting, landings - State Parks and Historic Sites
Rules & regulations
- Endangered and Threatened Species
Regulations, definitions & guidelines - Prohibited Exotic Aquatic Species
Rules against transportation & prevention of spreading exotic species - Floating Cabins
Permit info, permit/& application requirements - Permits
Fishing & boating, hunting & wildlife, land & water
Documents referenced on this page summarize laws and regulations enforced by Texas Parks and Wildlife Department.
Links to actual laws and regulations:
Printables
- Alligators in Texas
(PDF 1.5 MB) - Shark: Identification and Regulations in Texas
(PDF 642.8 KB)
- Texas Turtle Regulations and Identification Key
(PDF 501.3 KB)
Public Comment
When new or updated regulations are proposed, TPWD solicits citizen input via the web and public hearings. See Opportunities for Comment on Proposed New Regulations.