Texas HB3065 mandates destruction of firearms surrendered through local law enforcement buyback programs.

Texas HB3065 amends the Local Government Code to establish rules for firearm buyback programs run by local law enforcement agencies. The bill requires that all firearms surrendered in these programs be destroyed, either by melting, shredding, or crushing, or by cutting critical parts in at least three locations. Local law enforcement agencies may sell firearms only if they conduct a national instant criminal background check and verify the buyer's eligibility. Disciplinary action will be taken against chief administrators who fail to destroy firearms as required.

Texas HB3065 mandates destruction of firearms surrendered through local law enforcement buyback programs.

Texas HB3065 amends the Local Government Code to establish rules for firearm buyback programs run by local law enforcement agencies. The bill requires that all firearms surrendered in these programs be destroyed, either by melting, shredding, or crushing, or by cutting critical parts in at least three locations. Local law enforcement agencies may sell firearms only if they conduct a national instant criminal background check and verify the buyer's eligibility. Disciplinary action will be taken against chief administrators who fail to destroy firearms as required.