Texas HB2881 prohibits state agencies from enforcing certain federal laws on ammunition acquisition and possession.

Texas HB2881 amends the Penal Code to prevent state agencies, political subdivisions, and law enforcement officers from assisting federal agencies in enforcing federal laws that restrict ammunition acquisition, manufacture, or possession. These restrictions include registry requirements, licensing, background checks, confiscation programs, and limitations on ammunition purchase or manufacture. The prohibition applies to federal laws enacted after January 19, 2021, with certain exceptions for laws in effect on that date. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.

Texas HB2881 prohibits state agencies from enforcing certain federal laws on ammunition acquisition and possession.

Texas HB2881 amends the Penal Code to prevent state agencies, political subdivisions, and law enforcement officers from assisting federal agencies in enforcing federal laws that restrict ammunition acquisition, manufacture, or possession. These restrictions include registry requirements, licensing, background checks, confiscation programs, and limitations on ammunition purchase or manufacture. The prohibition applies to federal laws enacted after January 19, 2021, with certain exceptions for laws in effect on that date. The act takes effect September 1, 2025.