Oct 6, 2024; Houston, Texas, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) drops back to pass against the Houston Texans in the second half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images / Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

Texas Rep. Pat Curry has withdrawn a proposed bill (HB 4938) that aimed to dismantle the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD). He clarified that the bill was never meant to pass but was introduced to draw attention to concerns from Texas landowners and deer breeders about TPWD’s strict regulations,

Texas leaders and politicians have issued statements throughout the week with varying responses to a government funding bill that passed the House and was signed by President Trump on Wednesday.