CBS News Inaccurately Names AR-15 as Mass Shooters’ ‘Weapon of Choice’
During the November 4 airing of CBS News’s 60 Minutes, they inaccurately described AR-15s as mass shooters’ “weapon of choice.”
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Texas Lt. Gov. Asks AG for Expedited Answer on Gun Rights, Security for Churches
Texas Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick has asked the State’s attorney general to expeditiously issue a legal opinion about Texas law governing concealed handgun license holders carrying in churches. He has also asked for a legal conclusion about congregations’ freedom from
Texas Lawmaker Pushes for Reduction of Gun-Free Zones
A Texas state lawmaker has pre-filed a gun bill that if passed, will broaden the places a licensed to carry (LTC) holder can enter and would bring the State closer to “constitutional carry,” the author says. He hopes to eliminate all “gun-free zones.”
Texas AG Fires Off Brief in Waller Courthouse Gun Carry Lawsuit
The Texas Attorney General has fired off a brief in the litigation over the right to bear arms in the Waller County Courthouse complex. AG Ken Paxton urges that “Both the law and sound public policy against the chilling of protected speech demand dismissal of Waller County’s claim. He also urges that the Waller County court is without jurisdiction to determine the issue.
Texas Phone App Shows ‘Second Amendment Unfriendly’ Businesses Near You
Texas has a “30.06 and 30.07 Information Resource” which lists “Second-Amendment unfriendly” businesses.
Houston Pizzeria Tells Gun Rights Fans to F**k Off
HOUSTON, Texas — A pizza restaurant owner in Houston is taking heat for telling gun owners and advocates to “f**k off.”
Texas AG, Open Carry Activists Put County on Notice for Gun Control Measure
HEMPSTEAD, Texas — Second Amendment advocates descended on the Waller County Courthouse to support a fellow Texan who was sued by the County after he served notice on them alleging a violation of Texas gun rights.
McLennan County Vows Fight with Texas AG over Concealed Handgun Signs
McClennan County Commissioners are defying instructions by the Texas Attorney General to remove 30.06 signs prohibiting licensed gun owners from carrying a concealed handgun into areas in the courthouse and annex where they are permitted. The dispute is over common areas where Texas law says it is legal for license holders to carry handguns. The commissioners have hired lawyers to fight the directive of the attorney general.
Major Texas Grocery Chains Say No to Open Carry
Texas’ homegrown grocery chain, H-E-B, announced it will forbid the open carry of firearms in their 316 stores when the law changes later this week. On Friday, Texas law will change to allow holders of a Concealed Handgun License to openly carry handguns that are secured by belt or shoulder holsters.
