HB106
Type: B Origin: House Texas Comments: 0

Relating To The Required Reporting Of Multiple Sales Of Certain Firearms To Law Enforcement.

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This bill mandates the reporting of multiple sales of certain firearms to law enforcement agencies. It aims to enhance tracking and monitoring of firearms purchases to prevent illegal trafficking. The main provision requires licensed gun dealers to report multiple sales of specific types of firearms to the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) within a specified time frame. This measure is intended to help law enforcement identify potential straw purchasers who buy guns on behalf of prohibited individuals. The bill seeks to improve public safety by addressing loopholes that could facilitate the illegal distribution of firearms.

Bill Activity

  • 2022-11-14: Filed

  • 2023-02-23: Read first time

  • 2023-02-23: Referred to Community Safety, Select

  • 2023-04-18: Scheduled for public hearing on . . .

  • 2023-04-18: Considered in public hearing

  • 2023-04-18: Committee substitute considered in committee

  • 2023-04-18: Testimony taken/registration(s) recorded in committee

  • 2023-04-18: Left pending in committee

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