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HB 2882 amends the Texas Penal Code to clarify that a handgun equipped with a stabilizing brace does not qualify as a short-barrel firearm under state law. Under current law, rifles with barrels shorter than 16 inches and shotguns with barrels shorter than 18 inches are classified as short-barrel firearms, which are subject to additional restrictions. The bill explicitly excludes handguns with stabilizing braces from this classification, ensuring that they are regulated the same as standard handguns​.
Author (1)
Carrie Isaac
Contact the Author
Rep. Carrie Isaac
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0325
Capitol Office:
EXT E1.306
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