2021 Texas active gun legislation
HB 52 Background checks – improving by requiring at gun shows
HB 118 Background checks – improving by requiring between private parties
HB 791 Gun locations – decreasing areas around protests
HB 880 Background checks – improving to start investigates of denials
HB 918 Gun licenses – decreasing requirements by lowering the age
HB 1238 Gun licenses – decreasing requirements
HB 1387 Gun banned areas – eliminating
HB 1407 Guns in vehicles – allowing
HB 1500 -PASSED INTO LAW-, Gun businesses – shielding
HB 1911 -PASSED INTO LAW-, Gun licenses – decreasing requirements
HB 1927 -PASSED INTO LAW-, Gun licenses – decreasing requirements
HB 1407 Guns in vehicles – allowing if visible
HB 1856 Location restrictions – taking away from hotels
HB 2112/HB3628 Open carry – allowing no holster
HB 2169 Gun licenses – decreasing requirements
HB 2622 Sanctuary state – augmenting
HB 2675 -PASSED INTO LAW-, Gun licenses – decreasing requirements
HB 2900 Gun licenses – decreasing requirements
SB 18 Guns during emergencies – allowing
SB 19 -PASSED INTO LAW-, Gun businesses – shielding
SB 20 -PASSED INTO LAW-, Location restrictions – decreasing areas
SB 550 -PASSED INTO LAW-, Open carry – allowing no holster
SB 1253 Gun licenses – decreasing requirements

The NRA gloats over 7 new laws that decimate gun safety

June 18, 2021

HB 1500, passed into law. Requires that all types of gun businesses can remain open during a declared emergency. This is a complete disregard for public safety. 👎dislike
HB 1927, passed into law. It eliminates the need for a license to carry license. As usual, gun zealots fancy this because getting a license is a bit of a nuisance 👎dislike
HB 2622, passed into law. It prevents any law enforcement officials from enforcing Federal gun regulations. 👎dislike
HB 2675, passed into law. It allows for the quick processing of licenses, even for dangerous people. This includes those under restraining orders and emergency restrictions. 👎dislike
SB 19, passed into law. Bans any type of business, like a bank, from exercising their freedom to not do business with gun companies. 👎dislike
SB 20, passed into law. Requires that hotels allow customers to carry loaded guns and keep them in their room. 👎dislike
SB 550, passed into law. Eliminates the need to keep a loaded gun in a holster when walking around. 👎dislike

A disappointing year in Texas. Republicans destroyed gun safety by passing five NRA bills that will sell more guns for gun companies, but cause injuries and death among citizens of Texas. More gun owners accumulating more guns equals death and injury to come.

Legislators end the year by passaging numerous gun endangerment bills

June 1, 2021

HB 918, passed the legislature. It requires that any kind of gun business be allowed to stay open during a declared emergency. Republicans disregard the freedom of communities to protect their citizens during a time of emergency. 👎dislike
HB 1387, passed the legislature. It allows guns to be stored in a home with foster children if the guns are locked up. 👎dislike
HB 1407, passed the legislature. It allows guns in cars as long as they are visible in a holster type of device. 👎dislike
HB 1500, passed the legislature. Requires that all types of gun businesses can remain open during a declared emergency. This is a complete disregard for public safety. 👎dislike
HB 1927, passed the legislature. It eliminates the need for a license to carry license. As usual, gun zealots fancy this because getting a license is a bit of a nuisance 👎dislike
HB 2675, passed the legislature. It allows for the quick processing of licenses, even for dangerous people. This includes those under restraining orders and emergency restrictions. 👎dislike
SB 19, passed the legislature. Bans any type of business, like a bank, from exercising their freedom to not do business with gun companies. 👎dislike
SB 20, passed the legislature. Requires that hotels allow customers to carry loaded guns and keep them in their room. 👎dislike
SB 550, passed the legislature. Eliminates the need to keep a loaded gun in a holster when walking around. 👎dislike

The Texas legislature adjourned for the year with the NRA calling it a: “Groundbreaking Session for Gun Owners.” Whenever the NRA gloats, gun safety is soon to take a hit. All the above listed NRA bills now go to the Governor for final signature. The confident NRA didn’t even ask their members to contact the Governor’s office to advocate for these bills. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

Two NRA bills that help their businesses, pass the legislature

May 29,2021

SB 19, passed the legislature. Bans any type of business, like a bank, from exercising their freedom to not do business with gun companies. 👎dislike
SB 20, passed the legislature. Requires that hotels allow customers to carry loaded guns and keep them in their room. 👎dislike

Both of these NRA bills passed the Republican control legislature and move on to Governor Patrick for a final signature. The Republican’s continue their agenda of helping gun companies make money at the expense of public safety.

Gun license elimination nearly a law

May 25, 2021

HB 1927, passed the legislature. It eliminates the need for a license to carry license. As usual, gun zealots fancy this because getting a license is a bit of a nuisance 👎dislike

The NRA is giddy because the legislature passed this bill. It now moves to the Governor for final signature. The new law will help the NRA sell more guns and help Texas become more dangerous. This is the last chance to make your objection heard by contacting the Governor’s office. Ask for opposition to HB 1927. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

Gun license elimination bill before State Senate for a vote

May 4, 2021

HB 1927, full Senate vote at any time. It eliminates the need for a license to carry license. As usual, gun zealots fancy this because getting a license is a bit of a nuisance 👎dislike

This bill passed the House several weeks ago and is now before the full Senate at any time. The NRA asked their members to contact their State Senator. Please do the same to offset the power of the NRA and make Texas safer. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

Gun license elimination to be decided

April 28, 2021

HB 1927, public hearing scheduled. It eliminates the need for a license to carry license. As usual, gun zealots fancy this because getting a license is a bit of a nuisance 👎dislike

This bill is scheduled to be heard in a committee hearing by the Senate Special Committee on Constitutional Issues. The date is Thursday (04/28/2021) at 9:00 a.m., in Room E1.016 of the Capitol Extension. This is an important bill for the NRA and they’ve asked their members to continue contacting their State Representatives. This is a critical time for gun control supporters to contact their State Representatives. Ask for opposition to HB 1927. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

Many NRA sponsored bills that endanger the public, moving quickly

April 17, 2021

SB 18, passed the Senate. Requires that all types of gun businesses can remain open during a declared emergency. This is a complete disregard for public safety. 👎dislike
SB 19, passed the Senate. Bans any type of business, like a bank, from exercising their freedom to not do business with gun companies. 👎dislike
SB 20, passed the Senate. Requires that hotels allow customers to carry loaded guns and keep them in their room. 👎dislike
SB 550, passed the Senate. Eliminates the need to keep a loaded gun in a holster when walking around. 👎dislike
SB 1253, passed the Senate. Continues the licensing process even when the license to carry is no longer needed. This allows gun people to bring their loaded guns to other states. 👎dislike
HB 918, passed the Senate. It requires that any kind of gun business be allowed to stay open during a declared emergency. Republicans disregard the freedom of communities to protect their citizens during a time of emergency. 👎dislike
HB 1407,passed the Senate. It allows guns in cars as long as they are visible in a holster type of device. 👎dislike
HB 1500, passed the Senate. Requires that all types of gun businesses can remain open during a declared emergency. This is a complete disregard for public safety. 👎dislike
HB 1856, passed the Senate. It takes away the freedom of hotels to ban guns. 👎dislike

These and other numerous gun zealot bills are moving quickly through the legislature. Now is the time to offset the power of the NRA members to influence their legislators and contact your State Senator and Representative. Ask for opposition to the many NRA sponsored bills and to work for gun violence prevention legislation. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

The careless elimination of licenses, pushed by the NRA, passed the House

April 16, 2021

HB 1927, passed the House. It eliminates the need for a license to carry license. As usual, gun zealots fancy this because getting a license is a bit of a nuisance 👎dislike

This bill now heads for the Senate. The NRA asked their members to thank their Representatives for voting for this bill. A gun proliferation bill rushing through the legislature of Texas while many in the U.S. worry about all the shootings in the news. Those concerned now have the opportunity to make their voice heard by contacting their State Senator. Ask them to oppose HB 1927. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

Two gun zealot bills before the full House this week

April 13, 2021

HB 1500, ready for a full House vote. Requires that all types of gun businesses can remain open during a declared emergency. This is a complete disregard for public safety. 👎dislike
HB 1927, ready for a full House vote. It eliminates the need for a license to carry license. As usual, gun zealots fancy this because getting a license is a bit of a nuisance 👎dislike

Both of these bills are scheduled to be voted on this Thursday by the the full House of Representative. The NRA asked their members to immediately contact their State Representative. This is the time to make a difference and voice your opinion. Contact your State Representative. Ask for opposition to HB 1500 and HB 1927. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

Five gun zealot bills before the State Senate

April 12, 2021

SB 18, hearing scheduled. Requires that all types of gun businesses can remain open during a declared emergency. This is a complete disregard for public safety. 👎dislike
SB 19, hearing scheduled. Bans any type of business, like a bank, from exercising their freedom to not do business with gun companies. 👎dislike
SB 20, hearing scheduled. Requires that hotels allow customers to carry loaded guns and keep them in their room. 👎dislike
SB 550, hearing scheduled. Eliminates the need to keep a loaded gun in a holster when walking around. 👎dislike
SB 1253, hearing scheduled. Continues the licensing process even when the license to carry is no longer needed. This allows gun people to bring their loaded guns to other states. 👎dislike

This past week, the Texas Senate State Affairs Committee approved the these bills. They all go before the full State Senate for a vote at any time. The NRA asked their members to contact their State Senator. All gun safety supporters should immediately contact their State Senator. Ask for opposition to SB 18, 19, 20, 550, 1253. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

House committee hearing on gun bills this week

April 7, 2021

HB 118, hearing scheduled. Requires that gun transfers between family members receive a background check. 👍 like
HB 791, hearing scheduled. Bans the open display of guns within 500 feet of a protest. 👍 like
HB 880, hearing scheduled. Requires the investigation of why a gun purchaser was denied. 👍 like
HB 2122/3628, hearing scheduled. Removes the requirement that openly carried gun be holstered. 👎dislike
HB 2169, hearing scheduled. Removes the requirement that background checks also check that taxes have been paid. 👎dislike

These bills are scheduled for a hearing before the House Committee on Homeland Security & Public Safety on Thursday (04/08/2021) at 10:30. The NRA asked their members to contact their State Representative. Gun control supports should contact their State Representative and ask for opposition to HB 2122/3628 and HB 2169. Also, ask for support of HB 118, 791 and 880. This is your chance to offset the power of the NRA. You can find all your representatives at Common Cause.

Senate committee hearing on gun bills this week

April 7, 2021

SB 18, hearing scheduled. Requires that all types of gun businesses can remain open during a declared emergency. This is a complete disregard for public safety. 👎dislike
SB 19, hearing scheduled. Bans any type of business, like a bank, from exercising their freedom to not do business with gun companies. 👎dislike
SB 20, hearing scheduled. Requires that hotels allow customers to carry loaded guns and keep them in their room. 👎dislike
SB 550, hearing scheduled. Eliminates the need to keep a loaded gun in a holster when walking around. 👎dislike
SB 1253, hearing scheduled. Continues the licensing process even when the license to carry is no longer needed. This allows gun people to bring their loaded guns to other states. 👎dislike

These bills are scheduled for a hearing before the Senate State Affairs Committee on Thursday (04/08/2021) at 9:30. The NRA asked their members to contact their State Senator. Gun control supports should contact their State Senator and ask for opposition to SB 18, 19, 20, 550 and 1253. This is your chance to offset the power of the NRA.

Hearing Thursday (3/25/2021) on eliminating license requirement

March 21, 2021

HB 1238 is in committee. It is another bill that eliminates the LTC license. 👎dislike
HB 1911 is in committee. It is another bill that eliminates the LTC license. 👎dislike
HB 1927 is in committee. It is another bill that eliminates the LTC license. 👎dislike
HB 2900 is in committee. It is another bill that eliminates the LTC license. 👎dislike

All four of these bills will be heard by the Texas House Committee on Homeland Security & Public Safety on Thursday (03/25/2021) at 12:30. The NRA encouraged their members to attend the meeting and contact their state Representative. We urge gun violence supporters to contact their Representative and urge them to oppose the elimination of gun licenses.

Hearing this week on three gun bills

March 17, 2021

HB 52 to be heard in committee hearing this week. It required background checks at gun shows, just like at gun stores. Currently, criminals buy at gun shows to avoid any background checks. 👍 like
HB 1407 to be heard in committee hearing this week. It allows guns in cars as long as they are visible in a holster type of device. 👎dislike
HB 1856 to be heard in committee hearing this week. It takes away the freedom of hotels to ban guns. 👎dislike

These three bills are scheduled to be heard by the Texas House Committee on Homeland Security & Public Safety committee this Thursday (03/18/2021) at 9:00 am. The hearing is broadcast here.