Bill: SB 1736, 85(R) - 2017
Committee
Senate State Affairs
Vote Recommendation
| Vote Recommendation |
Economic Freedom |
Property Rights |
Personal Responsibility |
Limited Government |
Individual Liberty |
| Yes |
Neutral |
Positive |
Neutral |
Neutral |
Positive |
Author(s)
Bryan Hughes
Bill Caption
Relating to the liability of a business that allows handguns to be carried on the business's premises.
Fiscal Notes
No fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
Bill Analysis
This
bill would limit the civil liability for individuals who do not
forbid the carrying of handguns on their property. If this bill passes, a
business, or other entity, would be immune from civil liability with respect to
any claim that is based on the person’s failure to forbid the licensed carrying
of handguns on the premise.
Vote Recommendation Notes
This bill protects private property rights and individual liberty by allowing a business owner to allow for the carry of handgun, free of liability. If a person uses a handgun for unlawful purposes, it is that individual's responsibility and not the responsibility of the owner of the property where the incident occurs. For these reasons, we support this bill.
