# Texas Modifies Screwworm Infested Zones

The Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC), in coordination with the USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), has modified and released several New World Screwworm (NWS) infested zones within Texas, easing livestock and pet movement restrictions in these areas. These adjustments reflect ongoing science-based surveillance and rapid response efforts to manage and contain the screwworm infestation while supporting business continuity for producers and related industries.

- Procurement professionals should note that easing movement restrictions may impact supply chain logistics and animal health service contracts within Texas.
- Agencies and contractors involved in animal health monitoring, surveillance technologies, and rapid response services may find new or adjusted opportunities as TAHC and APHIS continue managing remaining infested zones.
- This development underscores the importance of flexible contract scopes that accommodate evolving regulatory and disease control measures in agricultural sectors.
- Businesses engaged in livestock transport and veterinary services should evaluate operational adjustments in response to modified zone designations to maintain compliance and service continuity.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Energy & Utilities
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Government Entities
- Texas Animal Health Commission (TAHC)
- Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS)

### Sources
- [Texas Modifies New World Screwworm Infested Zone in Texas | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service](https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/texas-modifies-new-world-screwworm-infested-zone-texas) - USDA
- [Texas Releases Additional New World Screwworm Infested Zones | Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service](https://www.aphis.usda.gov/news/agency-announcements/texas-releases-additional-new-world-screwworm-infested-zones) - USDA