Bill: HB 854, 87(R) - 2021

Committee

House Criminal Jurisprudence

Vote Recommendation

Vote Recommendation Economic Freedom Property Rights Personal Responsibility Limited Government Individual Liberty
Yes Neutral Neutral Neutral Positive Positive

Author(s)

DeWayne Burns

Bill Caption

Relating to the punishment for the offense of unlawfully carrying a handgun by a license holder.

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.

Bill Analysis

HB 854 would lower the category of offense for carrying a licensed handgun on the premises of a hospital, amusement park, or into a governmental entity meeting from a Class A misdemeanor to a Class C misdemeanor punishable of a fine up to $200. These offenses would become Class A misdemeanors if the person received notice that entry into the premises was forbidden and subsequently failed to depart.

Vote Recommendation Notes

Texas Action supports HB 854 because it would advance individual liberty and limited government. Individuals licensed to carry handguns should not be subject to severe criminal penalties for exercising their right. HB 854 would reduce certain instances to misdemeanors punishable by fine only, thus protecting the liberty of licensed handgun owners.


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