Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill

HB 1556: Relating to prohibiting the transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles to certain recipients; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty.

In committee Last action March 12, 2025: Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs

Plain-language summary

HB 1556 is a bill introduced in the Texas House on December 10, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to prohibiting the transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles to certain recipients; creating a criminal offense; increasing a criminal penalty. Primary sponsor: Joe Moody (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2025): Referred to Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans' Affairs.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Joe Moody (Democratic).