Bill Caption

Relating to carrying and storing a handgun or handgun ammunition by a hotel guest. 

Fiscal Notes

No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated. 

Bill Analysis

SB 20 would prevent hotels from adopting a policy to prohibit the carrying or storing of a handgun or its ammunition in the hotel room, en route to or from the room, to or from the guest's vehicle, or in their vehicle. 

SB 20 would allow hotels to adopt a firearms policy requiring the guest to carry the handgun or ammunition concealed or in a case or bag. SB 20 would protect individuals who, in compliance with SB 20, violate hotel policies prohibited by the provisions of the bill. 

Vote Recommendation Notes

While a person is staying in a hotel, their hotel room is their temporary home and they have a right to bring their possessions into the room and to defend themselves if necessary. SB 20 protects the second amendment rights of individuals who stay in hotels while traveling in this state. This supports the principles of individual liberty, personal responsibility, and private property rights. Texas Action supports SB 20.