Relating to the seizure of firearms by a peace officer during the emergency detention of certain persons who may have a mental illness.

HB 1956 requires peace officers to immediately seize any firearm found in the possession of a person taken into emergency custody under mental health protocols (Health and Safety Code §573.001(a)). This applies specifically to individuals detained during mental health emergencies, directly affecting officers executing such detentions and the individuals involved. The bill mandates seizure upon detention and directs officers to follow existing procedures in the Code of Criminal Procedure (Article 18.191) for handling seized firearms. The law takes effect September 1, 2025.