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TX SB793
Bill
Status
1/15/2025
Primary Sponsor
Carol Alvarado
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of relationships that trigger firearm possession prohibition after a Class A misdemeanor assault conviction to include dating relationships and household members as defined in Family Code Sections 71.0021(b), 71.003, and 71.005
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Replaces the previous narrower language of "member of the person's family or household" with broader statutory references covering family violence relationships
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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 September 1, 2025; prior offenses remain governed by former law
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 State Affairs
2/7/2025