In this political season, I just received a text highlighting that Governor Abbott previously signed seven pieces of legislation into law to protect Second Amendment Rights in Texas. In looking at the article sent, it was dated June of 2021. So, an old article. I searched around PF some and did not find any reference to Texas's 2nd Amendment legislation being discussed. I found a couple of the passed bills interesting, such as Texas's attempt to circumvent federal law regarding silencer ownership. Good luck with that. It makes me wonder whether the silencer bill or the sanctuary state bill have been tested in any way in federal court.
Senate Bill 19 prohibits any governmental entity from contracting with any business that discriminates against firearm and ammunition businesses or organizations.
Senate Bill 20 allows guests to store firearms in their hotel rooms.
Senate Bill 550 removes shoulder or belt holster requirements, allowing Texans to carry firearms in whatever kind of holster they choose.
House Bill 957 repeals the criminal offense of possessing, manufacturing, or repairing a silencer. It also ensures that any firearm suppressor manufactured in Texas, and that remains in Texas, will not be subject to federal law or regulation.
House Bill 1500 prevents any government entity from prohibiting the sale or transportation of firearms or ammunition during a declared disaster or emergency.
House Bill 1927 authorizes Constitutional Carry in Texas.
House Bill 2622 makes Texas a Second Amendment Sanctuary State by protecting Texans from new federal gun control regulations.