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HB 2380

Relating to prohibiting the transfer of firearms to certain recipients.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Vikki Goodwin and 2 co-sponsors

Texas bill HB 2380 would restrict firearm transfers to high-risk individuals, potentially tightening state gun ownership eligibility standards.

Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs
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Bill Summary · HB 2380

Legislative bill overview

HB 2380 proposes to prohibit the transfer of firearms to individuals who meet certain criteria deemed high-risk under Texas law. The bill was recently introduced and referred to the Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs committee. Specific prohibition criteria are not detailed in the current filing information available.

Why is this important

Firearm transfer restrictions directly affect gun ownership eligibility and can impact public safety outcomes. Texas has historically maintained relatively permissive gun laws, so this proposal represents a potential shift in state policy that would affect both gun rights and public safety frameworks.

Potential points of contention

  • Constitutional questions: Second Amendment challenges regarding who qualifies as "certain recipients" and due process protections
  • Definition scope: Lack of clarity on which individuals are prohibited (domestic abusers, those with mental health convictions, etc.) and whether standards meet constitutional thresholds
  • Enforcement mechanisms: Questions about how transfers would be monitored, verified, and penalized—particularly in a state with no universal background check requirement

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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