The bill amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code by adding a new section, 95A.0002, which addresses the civil liability of businesses that prohibit concealed handguns on their premises. Specifically, it defines a "license holder" as a person licensed to carry a handgun and establishes that a person in control of a business who posts a sign prohibiting entry by a license holder with a concealed handgun may be held liable for damages resulting from a criminal act that occurs on the premises.

This new provision aims to clarify the legal responsibilities of business owners regarding the safety and security of their premises when they choose to restrict concealed carry. The law will only apply to causes of action that arise on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025.

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