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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 76(R)

HOUSE BILL 592  

HOUSE AUTHOR: Goolsby et al.

EFFECTIVE: 09-01-99         

SENATE SPONSOR: Armbrister

House Bill 592 amends the Government Code to require the Texas Department of Public Safety to conduct a background check, similar to that required for a concealed handgun permit, on a person who applies for certification as a qualified handgun instructor. The act prohibits the department from issuing a certification to a handgun instructor applicant who would not qualify for a concealed handgun permit. The act requires the department to provide handgun instructor training to a qualified applicant.