Texas HB2239 modifies the Penal Code to exempt location-restricted knives from certain offenses.

Texas HB2239 amends Section 46.03 of the Penal Code by adding a new Subsection (j). This change creates an exception for location-restricted knives, meaning these knives will not be subject to certain offenses. The amendment applies only to offenses committed after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025. Prior offenses remain governed by the law in effect at the time they occurred.

Texas HB2239 modifies the Penal Code to exempt location-restricted knives from certain offenses.

Texas HB2239 amends Section 46.03 of the Penal Code by adding a new Subsection (j). This change creates an exception for location-restricted knives, meaning these knives will not be subject to certain offenses. The amendment applies only to offenses committed after the Act's effective date of September 1, 2025. Prior offenses remain governed by the law in effect at the time they occurred.