H.B. No. 1794 amends the Texas Penal Code to allow licensed handgun holders to carry concealed handguns on the premises of polling places during elections and early voting, with specific conditions. The bill adds new legal language stating that individuals may possess a concealed handgun at polling places unless the location is otherwise prohibited by state law. Additionally, it specifies that the person must be licensed to carry the handgun and not possess any other prohibited weapons.

The bill also clarifies that the changes in law will only apply to offenses committed on or after the effective date of September 1, 2025, meaning that any offenses occurring before this date will be governed by the previous law. This ensures that individuals charged with offenses prior to the enactment of this bill will not be subject to the new regulations.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 46.03 (Penal Code 46)
House Committee Report: Penal Code 46.03 (Penal Code 46)
Engrossed: Penal Code 46.03 (Penal Code 46)