As enacted, lowers the legal standard for when a person may use deadly force to protect property. It was assigned Public Chapter 1100 and took effect July 1, 2026.
What it does: Broadens when deadly force may be used to protect property.
Generally restricts landlords from prohibiting a residential tenant from lawfully possessing, carrying, transporting or storing a firearm, firearm parts or ammunition in the tenant's residence, in a vehicle in tenant or guest parking, or in landlord-controlled areas needed to enter or exit those places. It applies to leases entered into, amended, extended or renewed on or after January 1, 2027.
What it does: Limits landlords' ability to bar lawful firearm possession by tenants.