Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
HB 696: Relating to waivers for state park entrance fees and hunting and fishing license fees for certain resident first responders.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 696 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on November 12, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to waivers for state park entrance fees and hunting and fishing license fees for certain resident first responders. Primary sponsor: Philip Cortez (Democratic), Richard Raymond (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 4, 2025): Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philip Cortez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 117 |
| Richard Raymond | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 42 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism
- Read first time
- Filed