The bill, S.B. No. 2293, proposes an amendment to the Texas Penal Code regarding the carrying of certain weapons on the premises of public libraries. It introduces a new subsection, (a-1), which establishes that a person commits an offense if they carry a partially or wholly visible location-restricted knife, club, or any prohibited weapon listed in Section 46.05(a), as well as a handgun, regardless of whether it is holstered or carried under the authority of Subchapter H, Chapter 411 of the Government Code.

This legislation aims to enhance public safety within library premises by prohibiting the visible carrying of specific weapons. The new provisions will take effect on September 1, 2025, allowing for a transition period before the law is enforced.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Penal Code 46.03 (Penal Code 46)