Texas animal owners can rest assured that their cows, pigs, horses — even rhinos and elephants — are protected under the state’s agriculture code if they wander off of their property. But until the most recent legislative session, bison were not safe. This story is part of our 31 Days, 31 Ways series, a monthlong look at how the bills and budget passed by the 83rd Legislature will affect Texans’ lives starting Sept. 1.

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