Texas 2025 - 89th Regular

Texas House Bill HB3934

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

Caption

Relating to governmental action that infringes on the right to keep and bear arms in this state.

Impact

The bill significantly impacts state laws regarding firearms by laying out a framework that protects citizens from governmental regulations that exceed state requirements. Under the proposed legislation, government entities would be explicitly forbidden from collaborating with federal officials on matters pertaining to firearms unless those regulations are already recognized by Texas law. This could create challenges in scenarios where federal laws differ, leading to possible conflicts between state and federal authorities and raising concerns about the enforcement of gun safety measures.

Summary

House Bill 3934 addresses governmental action that infringes on the right to keep and bear arms within Texas. It amends the Penal Code to prohibit any state or local government entity from assisting federal agencies in enforcing firearms-related regulations that Texas does not recognize. This includes any new restrictions such as registry requirements, licensing conditions, and additional background checks not mandated by state law. The bill aims to strengthen protections for individuals against potential federal overreach concerning gun ownership and rights.

Contention

Notable points of contention regarding HB 3934 center around the implications for law enforcement and public safety. Supporters argue that this bill is necessary to safeguard the Second Amendment rights of law-abiding citizens, eliminating any federal attempts to impose what they perceive as unjust regulations. Conversely, critics raise alarms over the potential for increased gun violence and the erosion of gun safety standards. They assert that the bill may hinder law enforcement's ability to curb illegal activities by restricting collaboration with federal agencies, thereby complicating efforts to maintain public safety in Texas.

Texas Constitutional Statutes Affected

Penal Code

  • Chapter 1. General Provisions
    • Section: New Section

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB5153

Relating to the right of the people to keep and bear arms.

TX HB4554

Relating to the right of the people to keep and bear arms.

TX HB925

Relating to firearms; authorizing a private civil right of action.

TX SB1421

Relating to the effect of nuisance actions, other actions, and governmental requirements on certain agricultural operations.

TX HB2837

Relating to prohibiting a person or entity from surveilling, reporting, or tracking the purchase of firearms, ammunition, and accessories through the use of certain merchant category codes; imposing a civil penalty.

TX HB44

Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the southern border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity and public health threats; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.

TX HB13

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing the Texas Homeland Security Division and the Border Security Advisory Council, and to compensate persons affected by those threats.

TX HB127

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing a Texas Homeland Security Division, and to compensate persons affected by those threats.

TX HB20

Relating to measures to ensure the safety and welfare of the border region of this state, including protection from ongoing criminal activity and public health threats and the establishment of the Border Protection Unit; creating a criminal offense; creating a civil penalty.

TX HB22

Relating to abortion, including civil liability for distribution of abortion-inducing drugs and duties of Internet service providers; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a private civil right of action.

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