Sec. 73.002. POLICY. The state recognizes that the citrus industry is a valuable asset and that citrus fruit and trees are highly susceptible to the ravages of insects, pests, and plant diseases. The state shall use all constitutional measures to protect this industry from destruction by pests and diseases.
Acts 1981, 67th Leg., p. 1171, ch. 388, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1981. Amended by Acts 1989, 71st Leg., ch. 230, Sec. 67, eff. Sept. 1, 1989.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Production, Processing, and Sale of Horticultural Products
Subtitle B - Horticultural Diseases and Pests
Chapter 73 - Citrus Diseases and Pests
Section 73.004. Injurious Diseases and Pests
Section 73.005. Movement of Infected Nursery Products and Other Hosts Into Citrus Zone
Section 73.006. Certificate of Inspection; Permit
Section 73.007. Protection of Carrier From Damages
Section 73.008. Department Employees and Expenses Outside the State