Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB2393

Voted on by House
 
Out of Senate Committee
 
Voted on by Senate
 
Governor Action
 
Bill Becomes Law
 

Caption

Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of the possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of certain devices intended to modify handguns.

Impact

If enacted, HB 2393 would have significant implications for existing laws around firearm modifications and the responsibilities of handgun owners. It would create a clearer legal framework that delineates the types of modifications that are permissible and those that are not. This could enhance the ability of law enforcement to prosecute individuals who illegally modify handguns, contributing to overall public safety. In addition, it may influence local jurisdictions to revisit their own regulations about handgun ownership and modification in light of the new state guidelines.

Summary

House Bill 2393 addresses the prosecution of various offenses associated with handguns. Specifically, the bill relates to the possession, manufacture, transportation, repair, or sale of devices designed to modify handguns. The essence of this legislation appears to be aimed at tightening regulations concerning how handguns can be altered or used, which is reflective of broader discussions on gun control in many legislative contexts across the nation. By specifying these regulations, the bill seeks to address concerns regarding gun safety and responsible ownership.

Contention

The discussions surrounding HB 2393 are likely to evoke varied responses from different stakeholders. Proponents may argue that the bill is a necessary step towards ensuring public safety and preventing the misuse of modified handguns. On the other hand, opponents could express concerns regarding the implications for responsible gun owners who abide by the law. There might be debates about the definition of what constitutes a 'modification' and how it could unfairly target certain segments of the population. Additionally, this bill's relationship with Second Amendment rights might be analyzed critically in legislative discussions.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Penal Code

  • Chapter 46. Weapons
    • Section: 05

Companion Bills

TX SB1668

Very Similar Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of the possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of certain devices intended to modify handguns.

Previously Filed As

TX HB3266

Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of the possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of certain devices intended to modify handguns.

TX HB113

Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of the possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of certain devices intended to modify handguns.

TX SB682

Relating to the prosecution of the criminal offense of the possession, manufacture, transport, repair, or sale of certain devices intended to modify firearms.

TX HB4124

Relating to the prosecution of the offenses of terroristic threat and unlawful possession of a firearm; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB220

Relating to the offense of unlawful transfer of handguns and other firearms and to the duties of certain entities with respect to handgun licenses that are active, suspended, or revoked; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB4642

Relating to offenses involving the manufacture or delivery of certain controlled substances and the enforcement and prevention of those offenses; creating a criminal offense.

TX HB2277

Relating to certain criminal offenses concerning the unlawful transfer or purchase of certain weapons; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX SB523

Relating to certain criminal offenses concerning the unlawful transfer or purchase of certain weapons; increasing a criminal penalty.

TX HB3996

Relating to regulating certain firearm transfers, possession of certain firearms, and protective orders prohibiting possession of a firearm; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.

TX SB1274

Relating to regulating certain firearm transfers, possession of certain firearms, and protective orders prohibiting possession of a firearm; creating criminal offenses; increasing criminal penalties.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.