Relating to civil liability of a business in connection with prohibiting concealed handguns on the business premises.

SB 82 protects businesses that post required signs prohibiting concealed handguns on their premises from civil liability if a criminal act occurs there. Specifically, it adds a new immunity provision to the Civil Practice and Remedies Code, stating that businesses complying with Section 30.06 of the Penal Code (by posting proper signs) cannot be sued for damages related to crimes committed on their property. This directly affects Texas businesses that choose to enforce handgun prohibitions through signage. The law would take effect September 1, 2025, applying only to claims arising after that date.