Honorable Leticia Van de Putte, Chair, Senate Committee on Veteran Affairs & Military Installations
FROM:
John S. O'Brien, Deputy Director, Legislative Budget Board
IN RE:
HB685 by Rose (Relating to the requirements that apply to certain armed forces personnel who apply to obtain or renew a concealed handgun license.), As Engrossed
No significant fiscal implication to the State is anticipated.
The bill would amend the Government Code to allow certain armed forces personnel who apply for renewal of a concealed handgun license to an exemption from the range instruction portion of the handgun proficiency course if they meet certain criteria. The Department of Public Safety indicates that these exemptions can be accomplished within existing resources.
Local Government Impact
No fiscal implication to units of local government is anticipated.