Texas HB1138 prohibits municipalities and counties from regulating or prohibiting the carrying of firearms on library premises.

Texas HB1138 amends the Local Government Code to clarify that municipalities and counties cannot regulate or prohibit the carrying of firearms on the premises of libraries they establish and operate. The bill specifies that this does not apply to individuals described by certain sections of the Penal Code or those authorized to carry firearms under a license or commission. The changes take effect on September 1, 2025.

Texas HB1138 prohibits municipalities and counties from regulating or prohibiting the carrying of firearms on library premises.

Texas HB1138 amends the Local Government Code to clarify that municipalities and counties cannot regulate or prohibit the carrying of firearms on the premises of libraries they establish and operate. The bill specifies that this does not apply to individuals described by certain sections of the Penal Code or those authorized to carry firearms under a license or commission. The changes take effect on September 1, 2025.