Bill > HB1923

This bill removes the requirement for applicants and holders of handgun carry licenses in Texas to submit fingerprints as part of their application or license renewal process. Specifically, the bill eliminates the previous mandate that applicants provide two complete sets of legible and classifiable fingerprints taken by a law enforcement agency or designated entity. Instead, the Texas Department of Public Safety will continue to conduct criminal history record checks and investigations using alternative methods, such as contacting the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to obtain national criminal history information. The bill modifies several sections of the Government Code related to handgun licensing, including application requirements for standard license holders, retired law enforcement officers, judicial officers, and others. The changes will apply to license applications submitted on or after September 1, 2025, which is the bill's specified effective date. By removing the fingerprint requirement, the bill aims to simplify the handgun license application process while maintaining background check procedures to ensure applicant eligibility.

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