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TX HB396
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Terry Meza
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AI Summary
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Expands the firearm possession prohibition to apply to all misdemeanor assault convictions involving family violence, removing the previous limitation that only applied to Class A misdemeanors
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Broadens the definition of qualifying relationships to include dating relationships and individuals in households, by referencing Family Code sections covering dating violence and household members
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Maintains the existing 5-year prohibition period on firearm possession, calculated from the later of release from confinement or release from community supervision
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Applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date, with prior offenses governed by former law
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Takes effect September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to the prohibition on the possession of a firearm by a person following the person's conviction of certain family violence misdemeanors.
Family
Last Action
Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
2/28/2025