The bill amends Section 46.06 of the Penal Code to prohibit the transfer of certain semiautomatic rifles to individuals under the age of 21, specifically those capable of accepting a detachable magazine and with a caliber greater than .22. It establishes a criminal offense for selling, renting, leasing, or giving such firearms to these individuals, with exceptions for peace officers, honorably discharged military personnel, and temporary loans under specific conditions. The bill also modifies existing provisions regarding the sale of handguns and firearms to minors, clarifying the circumstances under which such transfers may be permissible.

Additionally, the bill increases the penalties for violations of these provisions, categorizing offenses related to the unlawful transfer of semiautomatic rifles and certain other firearms as state jail felonies. The changes in law will apply only to offenses committed on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. This ensures that any offenses occurring before this date will be governed by the previous law.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 46.06 (Penal Code 46)