Texas House Bill HR2924

Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

• Introduced: 5/30/09
• Enrolled: 6/4/09
• Passed: 6/4/09

Caption

Suspending limitations on conference committee jurisdiction, S.B. No. 1742.

Impact

If HR2924 is adopted, it will directly influence the authority of municipalities to enact their own regulations concerning the discharge of firearms. By specifically identifying and delimiting the areas of regulation, the bill may reduce the capacity of local governments to tailor firearm policies that reflect local needs and concerns. This could lead to a more standardized approach to firearm regulation across Texas, potentially diminishing local governments' ability to address unique community safety issues related to firearm use.

Summary

House Resolution 2924 addresses the limitations on the regulation of firearm discharge by municipalities. Specifically, it seeks to suspend certain rules to allow a conference committee to make amendments to Senate Bill 1742 related to the local government code. The proposed adjustments are designed to clarify the areas in which municipalities can regulate firearm use, particularly around sensitive locations such as schools, hospitals, and commercial day-care facilities. This focus aims to enhance public safety while placing limits on local regulations concerning firearm discharge in these zones.

Contention

The discussion surrounding HR2924 is likely to involve divergent opinions on local control versus state regulation. Proponents of the bill may argue that uniform regulations on firearm discharge will enhance safety for schools and other sensitive areas, while opponents might contend that it undermines the authority of local governments and their ability to create responsive and tailored safety regulations. This tension illustrates a broader debate over the balance of governance authority between state and municipal levels regarding public safety matters.