Texas Governor Greg Abbott recently signed legislation that significantly relaxes gun ownership rules, including a ban on red flag orders, which allow judges to temporarily restrict firearm access during crises. One of the key provisions of Senate Bill 1362 is that it prevents authorities from confiscating firearms based on these orders during civil cases, a measure that proponents argue protects Second Amendment rights.
In addition to banning red flag laws, the new regulations remove short-barrel firearms from the state’s prohibited list and restrict local governments from operating gun buyback programs. Gun rights advocates celebrate these changes as victories, while opponents warn of potential increases in gun violence. The new laws will take effect on September 1, 2025, underscoring a shift in the state’s approach to firearm legislation.
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