We lobbied heavily for that bill. Lots of trips to Austin. The House Homeland Security Committee testimony adjourned today on HB 910 (SB 17 companion bill) and vote from them is expected next week. My preemption bill (My organization co-authored) was filed in the house this week by Rep White as well. THAT is my baby
The vote was actually 20-10 with one voting present today.
Senate bill had 23 amendments submitted, only 3 added
1) effective date to be Jan 1 instead of Sept 1. DPS "needs" more time to train officers <rolls eyes>
2) Retention training to be added to CHL class. Does not apply to renewals
3) No open carry on any part of higher education institution including parking lot (this was done to protect campus carry bill SB 11..hearing on that bill is tomorrow, will be live streamed)