Texas SB2156 mandates firearm owners to maintain $100,000 liability insurance, with civil penalties for non-compliance.

Texas SB2156 amends the Health and Safety Code to introduce a new chapter on firearm liability insurance. It requires firearm owners to obtain and maintain liability insurance covering damages from negligent or willful acts involving the firearm. Exemptions apply to peace officers, private security personnel, and active military members. Owners must provide evidence of insurance to peace officers upon request. Non-compliance carries a civil penalty up to $100,000, with the attorney general authorized to collect penalties and seek injunctive relief.

Texas SB2156 mandates firearm owners to maintain $100,000 liability insurance, with civil penalties for non-compliance.

Texas SB2156 amends the Health and Safety Code to introduce a new chapter on firearm liability insurance. It requires firearm owners to obtain and maintain liability insurance covering damages from negligent or willful acts involving the firearm. Exemptions apply to peace officers, private security personnel, and active military members. Owners must provide evidence of insurance to peace officers upon request. Non-compliance carries a civil penalty up to $100,000, with the attorney general authorized to collect penalties and seek injunctive relief.