SB 195 Texas Senate · 89th Legislature (2025)

Relating to a required waiting period for certain firearm transfers; creating a criminal offense.

This bill requires a 30-day waiting period before delivering a firearm to anyone aged 18-21. It creates a criminal offense for sellers who transfer firearms to this age group before the 30-day period expires, punishable as a state jail felony. The law applies to all firearm sales, rentals, or leases to individuals in this age range, with exceptions for law enforcement officers and military personnel. The bill aims to delay firearm access for young adults during a period when risk of impulsive violence may be higher.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Nov 2024
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Governor
Introduced Nov 12, 2024 Last action Feb 3, 2025
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Feb 3, 2025
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Referred to State Affairs
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Feb 3, 2025
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José Menéndez
DDemocratic
TX
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