Politics & Government
Special Texas Senate Committee Holds Hearing On Constitutional Carry Bill
If passed, it would allow those who pass a background check and over the age of 21 to carry a handgun without having a license
April 30, 2021
After a constitutional carry bill initially stalled in the Texas Senate, a new special committee on constitutional issues formed by Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick held a hearing on the measure Thursday.
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The legislation, House Bill 1927, was approved by the full House.
If approved and signed into law, it would allow those who pass a background check and over the age of 21 to carry a handgun without having a license or training as required now.
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