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TX HB432
Bill
Status
11/12/2024
Primary Sponsor
Vikki Goodwin
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AI Summary
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Requires private firearm sellers to obtain a national instant criminal background check through a licensed firearms dealer before transferring a firearm to another person
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Exempts transfers between licensed firearms dealers, transfers to licensed dealers, and transfers between individuals related within the first degree by blood or marriage (parents, children, spouses)
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Licensed firearms dealers must conduct the background check as required by federal law (18 U.S.C. Section 922) and notify the seller of the results
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Licensed dealers may collect a reasonable fee for conducting background checks on private transfers
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Violations constitute a Class A misdemeanor, effective September 1, 2025
Legislative Description
Relating to requiring a national instant criminal background check in connection with private firearm transfers; creating a criminal offense.
CRIMINAL RECORDS
Last Action
Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
2/28/2025