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TX HB2047
Bill
Status
1/23/2025
Primary Sponsor
Vikki Goodwin
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AI Summary
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Increases the criminal penalty for making a firearm accessible to a child from a Class C misdemeanor to a Class A misdemeanor under Section 46.13 of the Penal Code
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Repeals Section 46.13(e) of the Penal Code, which previously provided for enhanced penalties under certain circumstances
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Class A misdemeanors in Texas carry penalties of up to one year in jail and/or a fine up to $4,000, compared to Class C misdemeanors which carry only fines up to $500
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Applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date; offenses before that date remain governed by prior law
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to increasing the criminal penalty for the offense of making a firearm accessible to a child.
Crimes
Last Action
Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
3/14/2025