The bill, H.B. No. 865, introduces new legal provisions regarding civil liability associated with firearm hold agreements in Texas. It amends the heading of Subchapter B of Chapter 128 in the Civil Practice and Remedies Code to include "AGAINST SPORT SHOOTING RANGES" and adds a new Subchapter C titled "LIABILITY ARISING FROM FIREARM HOLD AGREEMENTS." This new subchapter defines key terms such as "federal firearms licensee," "firearm," and "firearm hold agreement," establishing a framework for private transactions where a licensee temporarily holds a firearm for an owner.

Importantly, the bill provides immunity from civil liability for federal firearms licensees operating lawfully in Texas concerning any acts or omissions related to firearm hold agreements that result in personal injury or death, including the return of the firearm to the owner. However, this immunity does not extend to cases involving unlawful conduct or gross negligence by the licensee. The provisions of this bill will take effect on September 1, 2025, and will not apply to causes of action that accrued before this date.

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