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TX HB2916
Bill
Status
2/18/2025
Primary Sponsor
Jeff Leach
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AI Summary
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Creates an affirmative defense to criminal prosecution for property damage (under Penal Code Sections 28.03 and 28.04) and to civil liability when a person disables, damages, or destroys an unmanned aircraft (drone)
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Defense applies when the person was on property they own or legally occupy and used a legally possessed firearm to disable the unauthorized drone
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Person must not be prohibited from discharging the firearm under Section 42.12 of the Penal Code, other laws, local regulations, or property deed restrictions
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Applies only to conduct occurring on or after September 1, 2025
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Amends Chapter 423 of the Government Code by adding Section 423.010
Legislative Description
Relating to criminal and civil liability for disabling, damaging, or destroying an unmanned aircraft.
Property Interests
Last Action
Referred to Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence
3/19/2025