Bill > SB890

This bill amends the Texas Government Code to expand the definitions of "active judicial officer" and "retired judicial officer" for purposes of handgun licensing. Specifically, the bill adds statutory probate courts to the list of courts whose judges qualify as active judicial officers and modifies the definition of retired judicial officers to include visiting judges appointed to serve in constitutional county courts, statutory county courts, and statutory probate courts. The bill removes a previous reference to specific sections of law relating to judge appointments. The changes will apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date, which is September 1, 2025. This modification appears aimed at clarifying and potentially broadening the categories of judicial officers who may be eligible for handgun licenses, ensuring that judges from various types of courts are included in the licensing provisions.

Government Affairs, Military Affairs and Security

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