The bill, H.B. No. 808, aims to establish new criminal offenses related to firearm sales at gun shows in Texas. It introduces definitions for "gun show" and "gun show promoter" in the Penal Code, specifying that a gun show is an event where three or more individuals display firearms to the public for a fee. The bill adds requirements for sales at gun shows, making it an offense to sell a firearm without conducting a National Instant Criminal Background Check and maintaining a record of the sale. Exceptions are provided for sales to peace officers and licensed handgun carriers, with violations classified as Class A misdemeanors.

Additionally, the bill outlines responsibilities for gun show promoters, including ensuring compliance with background check requirements and notifying local law enforcement about the event at least 30 days in advance. Promoters must also post notices regarding these requirements prominently at the event. Similar to the sales provision, violations of these promoter responsibilities are also classified as Class A misdemeanors. The changes will take effect on September 1, 2025, and the notification requirement for promoters applies specifically to gun shows held on or after October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 46.01 (Penal Code 46)