For those who don't want to read all the laws, here is the one on Noodling.
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'Noodling'
Texans will be able to use their bare hands to catch catfish, using their fingers as bait, officially legalizing "noodling." State-issued fishing licenses and freshwater fishing stamps are required. HB2189
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They should also require armor gloves.
No kidding, that is now a law.