A rise in drone use among Texas fishermen sparked a closer look at federal wildlife rules. Officials said drones cannot be ...

Texas anglers can't use drones for fishing, as state officials enforce rules from the 1956 Federal Airborne Hunting Act ...

Drones have become fixtures along the Texas coast, buzzing above beaches as anglers scan for new ways to reach deeper water.

Texas Parks and Wildlife is keeping the sake of traditionalism alive, clamping down on drone fishing (yes, that's a thing).

No, the use of drones for fishing is not allowed in Texas. That is the definitive response from the Texas Parks and Wildlife ...

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The state is reportedly getting a lot of questions about drones, so officials want to set the record straight.

Drones have been prohibited from use for fishing in Texas, drawing concerns from some involved in the industry.

It has been quite the week for those anglers fishing in Port Mansfield! Cooler temperatures, ushered in by cold fronts, provided some excellent fishing conditions.

TPWD Press Office, 512-389-8030, [email protected] Dec. 8, 2025 Use of drones prohibited for fishing AUSTIN – Due to technological advancements with Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also known as ...

Fishermen can no longer use drones to carry or drop bait in Texas, according to the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD ...

The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department said drones count as "aircraft," and federal regulations enacted in the '50s prevent ...