Austin, TX — On Monday, April 14, the Texas House Homeland Security, Public Safety & Veterans’ Affairs Committee will hear over a dozen gun bills that could have devastating consequences for Texas communities. Survivors and advocates will share personal stories and issue a call to action to protect public safety.

WHO:

• Flo Rice, Santa Fe High School Shooting Survivor

• Rosie Yanas, Mother of Chris Stone (17), Santa Fe High School Shooting

• Kimberly Rubio, Mother of Lexi Rubio, Robb Elementary School Shooting

• Gloria Cazares, Mother of Jackie Cazares, Robb Elementary School Shooting

• Community Justice and Texas Gun Sense, co-leads of the Texas Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence

• Molly Bursey, Volunteer with Moms Demand Action Action and former middle school teacher

• Hayden Presley, Volunteer with Students Demand Action at UT

WHEN: 
Monday, April 14, 2025
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (note corrected time)

WHERE:
Texas State Capitol, Room 2W.6

More information on key bills: 

• HB 2470 – Allowing 18–20-Year-Olds to Carry Handguns

• HB 2771 – Reducing Restrictions on Gun Ownership for Individuals Convicted of Serious Felonies

• HB 1794 – Allowing Guns in Polling Places

• HB 4201 – Expanding Where Licensed Gun Holders Can Carry Firearms

• HB 259 – Legalizing Short-Barrel Firearms

“These bills threaten to dismantle the life-saving measures that keep our communities safe,” said Nicole Golden, Executive Director of Texas Gun Sense. “Texas lawmakers must reject these dangerous proposals and prioritize the safety of our families, schools, and public spaces.

The committee hearing will take place on Monday, April 14, 2025, at 10:45 AM in E2.010. 

About Texas Gun Sense:
Texas Gun Sense advocates to prevent gun violence and other gun tragedies in Texas through education, partnerships and policy change.

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