Senate Bill 321, which permits Texans to store their handguns in their personal vehicles while they are at work has passed. It now goes to Governor Perry for his signature. If Perry approves it, the legislation will become effective on September 1, 2011.
Once the new law goes into effect, employers that don't allow you to carry at work cannot prohibit you from leaving your CCW locked in your vehicle. It applies both to CHL holders and to Texans who carry a handgun in their car pursuant to HB1855.
The gun must remain in the vehicle: you cannot bring it out of your car or truck so I guess that means putting your holster on once you're inside.
There are two exceptions: Independent school districts and Public primary and secondary schools and employees servicing oil and gas leases (employees with CHLs can store their sidearms).
The bill includes very strong liability protection for employers: other than for gross negligence, they cannot be held responsible for incidents involving employee firearms.
The Texas State Rifle Association is urging members to contact Governor Perry and voice their support for his approval of this bill.
Once the new law goes into effect, employers that don't allow you to carry at work cannot prohibit you from leaving your CCW locked in your vehicle. It applies both to CHL holders and to Texans who carry a handgun in their car pursuant to HB1855.
The gun must remain in the vehicle: you cannot bring it out of your car or truck so I guess that means putting your holster on once you're inside.
There are two exceptions: Independent school districts and Public primary and secondary schools and employees servicing oil and gas leases (employees with CHLs can store their sidearms).
The bill includes very strong liability protection for employers: other than for gross negligence, they cannot be held responsible for incidents involving employee firearms.
The Texas State Rifle Association is urging members to contact Governor Perry and voice their support for his approval of this bill.