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Free Enterprise
Property Rights
Personal Responsibility
Limited Government
Individual Liberty
Digest
HB 313 amends Section 46.06 of the Texas Penal Code to prohibit the transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles to individuals under the age of 21. Specifically, it restricts the sale, lease, loan, or gift of semiautomatic rifles capable of accepting detachable magazines and with calibers greater than .22. Exceptions apply for peace officers, military personnel, or under circumstances involving temporary supervised use, such as at shooting ranges or for hunting. Violating this provision would constitute a state jail felony.
Author (1)
Ann Johnson
Contact the Author
Rep. Ann Johnson
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0389
Capitol Office:
EXT E2.718
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