The bill, H.B. No. 644, amends the Civil Practice and Remedies Code by adding Section 95A.0002, which addresses the civil liability of businesses that permit individuals licensed to carry concealed handguns to enter their premises. Specifically, it states that a person in control of a business property who allows entry to a license holder with a concealed handgun cannot be held liable for damages that arise solely from that permission. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the absence of a formal notice, as required by Section 30.06 of the Penal Code, is sufficient to indicate that entry by a license holder is permitted.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that the new liability protections do not apply to any causes of action that arose before the bill's effective date, which is set for September 1, 2025. This means that any legal claims related to incidents involving concealed handguns that occurred prior to this date will be governed by the laws in effect at that time.

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