Texas HB2296 amends eligibility requirements for a Capitol access pass, considering handgun license criteria or new community standing evidence.

Texas HB2296 modifies the eligibility criteria for a Capitol access pass. To qualify, a person must either meet the requirements for a handgun license, excluding proficiency evidence, or fulfill new criteria set by the department. For those with disqualifying criminal convictions, the department must consider the time elapsed since the conviction and evidence of good standing in the community. This Act becomes effective September 1, 2025.

Texas HB2296 amends eligibility requirements for a Capitol access pass, considering handgun license criteria or new community standing evidence.

Texas HB2296 modifies the eligibility criteria for a Capitol access pass. To qualify, a person must either meet the requirements for a handgun license, excluding proficiency evidence, or fulfill new criteria set by the department. For those with disqualifying criminal convictions, the department must consider the time elapsed since the conviction and evidence of good standing in the community. This Act becomes effective September 1, 2025.