WeVote
Log In

Bill

Bill

SB 2284

Relating to the authority of a municipality or county to regulate certain matters related to firearms, air guns, archery equipment, and other weapons and related supplies.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Brandon Creighton and 2 co-sponsors

SB 2284 eliminates local authority for Texas cities and counties to regulate firearms, ammunition, and weapons, enforcing uniform state-level policy statewide.

Effective on 9/1/25
#citygovernment--general(i0060) #countygovernment--general(i0096) #weapons(i0887)
0
WeVote Research Nonpartisan
Bill Summary · SB 2284

Legislative bill overview

SB 2284 restricts the authority of Texas municipalities and counties to regulate firearms, air guns, archery equipment, and related supplies and ammunition. The bill preempts local ordinances that would impose regulations stricter than state law, establishing state-level uniformity on weapons regulation.

Why is this important

This legislation centralizes firearms regulation authority at the state level, preventing cities and counties from enacting their own weapons restrictions. The outcome directly affects public safety policy, gun ownership accessibility, and local government autonomy in Texas communities of varying sizes and demographics.

Potential points of contention

  • Local autonomy vs. statewide uniformity: Urban areas may want stricter regulations than rural areas, but cannot implement them locally
  • Public safety concerns: Cities with higher violent crime rates lose ability to craft tailored local regulations that reflect community needs
  • Second Amendment interpretation: Supporters argue it protects gun rights; critics contend it prevents reasonable local safety measures like ammunition restrictions or licensing requirements
  • Enforcement complexity: Creates questions about which regulations existing cities must repeal and timelines for compliance

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

Sign in to ask a question.