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Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, Commission Thanks Texans for Approving Prop 14

Nov 1, 2023

Proposition 14, which creates the Centennial Parks Conservation Fund, passed with overwhelming support from Texas voters. It provides a $1 billion fund for investment, with the proceeds being available to acquire and develop new parks across the state. The fund is made from a portion of state budget surplus and creates a dedicated funding stream for acquiring and developing state parks Congratulations to Director Rodney Franklin, the Texas State Parks team, and the citizens of the Lone Star State!

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