Texas · 89th Legislature (2025) · Bill
SB 353: Relating to requiring a national instant criminal background check in connection with private firearm transfers; creating a criminal offense.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 353 is a bill introduced in the Texas Senate on November 13, 2024. According to its official title, it concerns: Relating to requiring a national instant criminal background check in connection with private firearm transfers; creating a criminal offense. Primary sponsor: Sarah Eckhardt (Democratic), Roland Gutierrez (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 3, 2025): Referred to State Affairs.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sarah Eckhardt | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 14 |
| Roland Gutierrez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to State Affairs
- Read first time
- Filed
- Received by the Secretary of the Senate