1. (a) The FFAB is created for the purpose of advising the department regarding all matters pertaining to freshwater fisheries management and research in the state. The Board shall also advise the department regarding the following:

   1. (1) the development and implementation of freshwater fisheries management programs throughout the state;
   2. (2) the development of management and research priorities;
   3. (3) the development of priorities for expenditures of angler financed programs; and
   4. (4) the dissemination of information regarding freshwater fisheries management and research.
2. (b) The FFAB shall consist of individuals representing the state's freshwater angling public, the aquaculture industry, the freshwater fishing industry, fisheries educators, and conservation groups. Each member shall serve two-year or four-year terms as designated by the chairman, and terms may be staggered to ensure continuity.
3. (c) The FFAB shall comply with the requirements of §51.601 of this title (relating to General Requirements).

Source Note:The provisions of this §51.631 adopted to be effective September 28, 2005, 30 TexReg 6053.