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TX HB592

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Barbara Gervin-Hawkins

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Designates August as Firearm Safety Awareness Month in Texas by adding Section 662.117 to the Government Code

  • Aims to increase awareness of firearm safety and encourage community discussions about safe and responsible ownership, storage, and use of firearms for recreational and defensive purposes

  • Promotes voluntary and collaborative methods to improve public safety

  • Allows observance through community activities and programs, including firearms accident prevention programs with animated videos, activity books, and instructional materials for all ages

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to designating August as Firearm Safety Awareness Month.

Weapons

Last Action

Referred to Culture, Recreation & Tourism

3/3/2025

Committee Referrals

Culture, Recreation & Tourism3/3/2025

Full Bill Text

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