Texas HB2769 amends the Penal Code to prohibit the transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles to certain recipients and creates a criminal offense for.

Texas HB2769 amends the Penal Code to prohibit the transfer of semiautomatic rifles with a caliber greater than .22 and capable of accepting a detachable magazine to certain recipients. The bill creates a criminal offense for those who sell, rent, lease, loan, or give such rifles to individuals who are intoxicated, convicted felons within five years of their release or supervision end, or those under protective orders. Exceptions include transfers to peace officers or honorably discharged U.S. armed forces members.

Texas HB2769 amends the Penal Code to prohibit the transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles to certain recipients and creates a criminal offense for.

Texas HB2769 amends the Penal Code to prohibit the transfer of semiautomatic rifles with a caliber greater than .22 and capable of accepting a detachable magazine to certain recipients. The bill creates a criminal offense for those who sell, rent, lease, loan, or give such rifles to individuals who are intoxicated, convicted felons within five years of their release or supervision end, or those under protective orders. Exceptions include transfers to peace officers or honorably discharged U.S. armed forces members.