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Enrolled Bill Summary

Enrolled Bill Summary

Legislative Session: 87(R)

Senate Bill 198

Senate Author:  Nelson

Effective:  9-1-21

House Sponsor:  White


            Senate Bill 198 amends the Occupations Code to require the Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (TCOLE) to issue a certificate of weapons proficiency to a qualified retired law enforcement officer who satisfactorily demonstrates the proficiency to a qualified handgun instructor and meets other requirements. The bill requires TCOLE to maintain records of any person who holds a certificate issued in this manner.