Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Joint Resolution

HJR 116: Proposing a constitutional amendment providing that federal authority to regulate the manufacture, possession, sale, or use of firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition in this state is not recognized by this state.

In committee Last action March 17, 2025: Referred to State Affairs

Plain-language summary

HJR 116 is a joint resolution introduced in the Texas House on January 16, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Proposing a constitutional amendment providing that federal authority to regulate the manufacture, possession, sale, or use of firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition in this state is not recognized by this state. Primary sponsor: Wes Virdell (Republican), Briscoe Cain (Republican), Ben Bumgarner (Republican), Richard Hayes (Republican), Mike Schofield (Republican). Most recent recorded action (March 17, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Wes Virdell (Republican); Briscoe Cain (Republican); Ben Bumgarner (Republican); Richard Hayes (Republican); and 1 more.