Update from TPWD...
"Dear HLee,
I would recommend removing the light source from the rifle before hunting any game animals. It's best not to give the Game Wardens anything to question as to legality. The burden of proof would be on you to prove that you were not using the light and they most likely would give you a citation.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please respond to this email.
Have a nice day,
Texas Parks and Wildlife"
And, this is the reason that my rifles have historically not been equipped with a weapon light.
"Dear HLee,
I would recommend removing the light source from the rifle before hunting any game animals. It's best not to give the Game Wardens anything to question as to legality. The burden of proof would be on you to prove that you were not using the light and they most likely would give you a citation.
If you have any questions or need additional information, please respond to this email.
Have a nice day,
Texas Parks and Wildlife"
And, this is the reason that my rifles have historically not been equipped with a weapon light.