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TX HB644

Bill

Status

Engrossed

5/10/2025

Primary Sponsor

Cecil Bell

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Provides civil liability protection to businesses that allow licensed concealed handgun carriers to enter their premises with weapons

  • Businesses cannot be held liable solely for permitting a license holder to lawfully carry a concealed handgun on the property

  • Absence of a "30.06" notice (the sign prohibiting concealed carry) is sufficient to constitute allowing entry by license holders with concealed handguns

  • Applies only to causes of action that accrue on or after September 1, 2025; prior incidents remain governed by existing law

  • Amends Chapter 95A of the Civil Practice and Remedies Code by adding Section 95A.0002

Legislative Description

Relating to the civil liability of certain businesses in connection with allowing concealed handguns on the business premises.

Business & Commerce

Last Action

Referred to State Affairs

5/12/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs5/12/2025
Judiciary & Civil Jurisprudence3/4/2025

Full Bill Text

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