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TX HB3053
Bill
Status
6/20/2025
Primary Sponsor
Wesley Virdell
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AI Summary
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Prohibits Texas municipalities and counties from adopting or enforcing ordinances, orders, or other measures to organize, sponsor, or participate in firearm buyback programs
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Specifically bans programs intended to remove firearms from circulation, reduce civilian firearm ownership, or allow individuals to sell firearms without fear of criminal prosecution
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Amends Chapter 280 of the Local Government Code by adding Section 280.005
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Takes effect immediately if passed by two-thirds vote of both chambers; otherwise takes effect September 1, 2025
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Passed the House on May 13, 2025 (85-56) and the Senate on May 28, 2025 (20-11)
Legislative Description
Relating to municipal and county firearm buyback programs.
County Government
Last Action
Effective on 9/1/25
6/20/2025