Principle Criteria
Free Enterprise
Property Rights
Personal Responsibility
Limited Government
Individual Liberty
Digest
HB 579 amends the Penal Code to prohibit selling or transferring semiautomatic rifles to individuals younger than 21 years of age. Exceptions are provided for minors with parental consent in certain cases. The bill increases penalties for violations, with specific instances elevated to state jail felonies. It aims to address public safety concerns related to youth access to firearms.
Author (1)
Contact the Author
Rep. Ron Reynolds
Capitol Phone:
(512) 463-0494
Capitol Office:
CAP 4N.7
E-Mail:
