On leaving any public or private body of water in this state, a person shall immediately remove and lawfully dispose of any harmful or potentially harmful aquatic plant that is clinging or attached to the person's vessel, watercraft, trailer, motor vehicle, or other device used to transport or launch a vessel or watercraft. Fine $25-$500.

For a list of harmful and potentially harmful plants, call TPWD at (800) 792-1112 (menu 4) or (512) 389-4444 or visit our Prohibited Exotic Species page.

Personal Flotation Device Accessibility Rules
The coast guard also states that the PDF's must be wearable and readily accessible. The PDF's must be in a spot that the wearer could put them on in a reasonable amount of time in an emergency (vessel sinking, on fire, etc.).
- They should not be stowed in plastic bags, in locked or closed compartments or have other gear stowed on top of them.
- The best PFD is the one you will wear.
- Though not required, a PFD should be worn at all times when the vessel is underway. A wearable PFD can save your life, but only if you wear it.
- Throwable devices must be immediately available for use.