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TX HB925

Bill

Status

Introduced

11/12/2024

Primary Sponsor

Briscoe Cain

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Origin

House of Representatives

89th Legislature Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Repeals Sections 46.15(n) and (o) of the Texas Penal Code, which currently provide certain defenses to prosecution for carrying a handgun in prohibited locations and associated notice requirements

  • Removes legal defenses that allow individuals to avoid prosecution for carrying handguns in certain restricted areas when proper notice is not posted

  • Applies only to offenses committed on or after the effective date; offenses committed before remain governed by prior law

  • Takes effect September 1, 2025

Legislative Description

Relating to the applicability of a defense to prosecution for an offense relating to carrying a handgun in certain prohibited locations and to repealing associated notice requirements.

Criminal Procedure

Last Action

Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

3/6/2025

Committee Referrals

Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs3/6/2025

Full Bill Text

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