On Friday, the Texas House gave tentative approval to House Bill 910, NRA-supported open carry legislation sponsored by state Rep. Larry Phillips (R-Sherman), on a 96 to 35 vote. HB 910 removes the requirement that Concealed Handgun Licensees (CHL) keep their handguns concealed and gives them the option of carrying them either wholly or partially visible in a belt or shoulder … [Read more...] about Texas: House Approves HB 910, NRA-Backed Open Carry Legislation
Archives for April 20, 2015
Hill and Mott win Bass Champs on LBJ with 27 pounds
Written by Conor Harrison, Lone Star Outdoor News Lake LBJ has been on an upswing recently, and that trend continued Saturday when 173 teams battled it out in the third Bass Champs Central Region event of 2015. … [Read more...] about Hill and Mott win Bass Champs on LBJ with 27 pounds
Texas on the verge of allowing ‘open carry’ of handguns
Supporters said they were upholding constitutional rights and allowing greater liberty for gun owners that was long overdue. Though Texans can already openly carry long guns, such as rifles, the state has long banned the practice for handguns. The bill would align Texas with 44 other states that allow some open carry of handguns. … [Read more...] about Texas on the verge of allowing ‘open carry’ of handguns
04-20 | TPWD Taking Public Comment on Shrimp and Oyster Regulation Proposals
AUSTIN - The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is currently seeking public comment on proposed changes in commercial shrimp and oyster regulations. The proposals will be considered for adoption by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Commission at its May 21 public hearing. … [Read more...] about 04-20 | TPWD Taking Public Comment on Shrimp and Oyster Regulation Proposals