HB 260 Texas House · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to prohibiting sex offenders from purchasing firearms.

HB 260 would prohibit individuals convicted of sex offenses from purchasing firearms. This law directly affects people with certain sex offense convictions, making it illegal for them to buy guns through licensed dealers. The bill requires firearm dealers to deny sales to these individuals during background checks. The policy change aims to restrict firearm access for those with a history of sexual violence.
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 27, 2025 Last action Feb 27, 2025
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Feb 27, 2025
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Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
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Feb 27, 2025
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Suleman Lalani
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