H.B. No. 2356 amends Section 46.05(a) of the Penal Code to enhance the regulation of certain devices related to handguns. The bill introduces a new provision that makes it an offense to possess, manufacture, transport, repair, or sell a device designed to make a handgun capable of automatically firing more than one shot without manual reloading by a single function of the trigger. This addition is made alongside existing prohibitions on explosive weapons, machine guns, short-barrel firearms, armor-piercing ammunition, and other dangerous devices.

The bill specifies that the changes will only apply to offenses committed on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025. Offenses that occurred before this date will be governed by the previous law, ensuring that individuals are not retroactively penalized under the new regulations. This legislative action aims to strengthen firearm safety and control measures in Texas.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 46.05 (Penal Code 46)