H.B. No. 1923 proposes to amend the Government Code by removing the requirement for applicants for a handgun carry license to submit fingerprints. Specifically, the bill modifies Section 411.0891(d) to clarify that the fingerprint requirement does not apply to individuals applying for or holding a handgun license. Additionally, it amends Section 411.174(a) to eliminate the need for two complete sets of fingerprints in the application process, along with similar deletions in other sections related to the application requirements for various types of applicants, including active or retired judicial officers and reserve law enforcement officers.

The bill also includes provisions for a mental health background check fee, which will not exceed $2, to be paid from the application fee submitted to the Department of Public Safety. Furthermore, it repeals Section 411.175 and specifies that the changes will only apply to applicants who submit their applications on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the application process for handgun carry licenses by removing fingerprinting requirements.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Government Code 411.0891, Government Code 411.174, Government Code 411.176, Government Code 411.199, Government Code 1701.357, Government Code 411.201, Local Government Code 118.0217, Government Code 411.175 (Local Government Code 118, Government Code 411, Government Code 1701)