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Michelle ArledgeMay 21, 2021
Catch up on the week's hottest stories in Texas politics with the reporting team at The Texan.
87th LegislatureGunsState SenateTexas Senate Approves Bill to Eliminate License to Carry Fee
Daniel FriendMay 17, 2021
As constitutional carry continues to make progress through the Texas legislature, the Senate approved a measure to eliminate the fee for a License to Carry.
FederalGunsTexas License to Carry Applications Ahead of Last Year as Legislature Mulls Constitutional Carry
Daniel FriendMay 4, 2021
Based on background check data, the number of Texans applying for a License to Carry is outpacing the amount of previous years.
87th LegislatureGunsState HouseTexas House Approves Constitutional Carry, Bill to Be Sent to Senate
Daniel FriendApril 15, 2021
A bill to enact “constitutional carry” in Texas, which would allow individuals 21 years or older to carry a handgun in public without a permit, was approved by the state House.
GunsTexas License to Carry Holders Account for Minute Fraction of Convictions Per DPS Report
Daniel FriendMarch 4, 2021
Texans who are active License to Carry holders account for a small fraction of convictions according to the Department of Public Safety.