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Texas lifts New World screwworm restrictions in 5 counties
Summary by Westlake News Editorial Desk Ethan Love , as published by KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News
· August 31, 2026
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Key points The Texas Animal Health Commission is responsible for this change, having determined that the pest is no longer present. Movement restrictions related to New World screwworm have been lifted in parts of five counties.
Movement restrictions related to New World screwworm have been lifted in parts of five counties. This decision was made after eradication efforts were deemed successful in eliminating the pest from these areas.
The Texas Animal Health Commission is responsible for this change, having determined that the pest is no longer present.
Further information on this development can be found through the Texas Animal Health Commission, which oversaw the eradication efforts and subsequent lifting of restrictions.
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Category: government Published: August 31, 2026 Source: KXAN (NBC Austin) - Local News Reading time: 1 min
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