Guns
Mayor Turner says mass shootings have increased in Texas, gun control needed
Posted on · Mayor Turner says shootings have increased across the state and is advocating for gun laws to be changed.
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Guns
Permitless Carry Is Now Legal In Texas, Worrying Law Enforcement And Gun Safety Experts
Posted on · Without mandatory training, firearm experts are afraid of irresponsible gun ownership.
New Laws In Texas
More Than 650 Texas Laws Go Into Effect Sept. 1. Here Are 13 You Should Know
Posted on · Some overlooked voting laws, permitless carry, and a ban on critical race theory are among the newly passed legislation. Reporters at NPR's Texas Newsroom partner stations break down some of the key items.
Guns
Permitless Carry Becomes Legal In Texas Next Week. Here’s What You Need To Know
Posted on · Starting Sept. 1, anyone who legally owns a gun will be allowed to carry it in public without a license in Texas.
Guns
Texans Can Carry Handguns Without A License Or Training Starting Sept. 1, After Gov. Greg Abbott Signs Permitless Carry Bill Into Law
Posted on · Abbott, Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and other Republicans who were initially noncommittal about the bill were under immense political pressure this session from conservatives and gun rights advocates, who have long lobbied the Texas Legislature for permitless carry.
Guns
Gov. Greg Abbott Says He’ll Sign Bill Allowing Permitless Carrying Of Handguns, Believes Senate Is ‘Making Progress’
Posted on · The governor broke his silence Tuesday on the legislation that has been building momentum at the Texas Capitol.
Guns
Texas House Approves Bill That Would Allow People To Carry A Gun Without A License
Posted on · House Bill 1927 would nix the requirement for Texas residents to obtain a license to carry handguns if they’re not prohibited by state or federal law from possessing a gun. Texans under current state law must generally be licensed to carry handguns, either openly or concealed.
Guns
Bill To Allow ‘Constitutional Carry’ Of Firearms Gains Momentum In Texas House
Posted on · Opponents, including firearm instructors and police, worry permitless carry would be a public safety risk.