Guns Do Not Belong at Polling places
Austin, TX — Today, 40 local, state, and national organizations have joined a sign-on letter urging members of the Texas Legislature to vote NO on House Bill 1794 – a dangerous bill that would allow individuals to carry concealed firearms in polling places across the state.
We Oppose HB 1794
We, the undersigned organizations, strongly oppose House Bill 1794, which would allow firearms in polling places across
89th Session Legislation We Oppose
Legislation Texas Gun Sense Opposes 89th Legislative Session HB 4201 would broadly allow firearm carry in schools, courthouses, hospitals and bars. There is no evidence that mass shooters seek out places where guns are prohibited. In fact, most mass shootings occur in private homes or public locations where guns are permitted. This legislation could be […]
A basic gun storage measure could save lives | Opinion
Texans take pride in courage, independence and resilience — values we pass down to our children. But to uphold these principles, we must ensure the safety of the next generation.
Media Advisory: Dangerous Bills Being Heard Monday
AUSTIN, Texas— Thursday, February 27, at 11am CST, advocates from across Texas will rally alongside partner organizations as part of The Texas Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence’s 2025 Advocacy Day.
New Study Released on Texas Gun Death
Washington, D.C. — Guns claimed the lives of more than 4,500 Texas residents in 2022 in suicides, homicides, and unintentional deaths according to Gun Death in Texas, a new joint report by Texas Gun Sense and the Violence Policy Center.
Track Texas Lawmakers Votes!
We are excited to announce the release of the Texas Gun Sense Legislative Vote Tracker, a first-of-its-kind tool to help you stay informed on how Texas lawmakers vote on firearm legislation.
Take action! Raise the age to 21
We cannot ignore the fact that nearly every mass shooting is carried out with a semi-automatic rifle, and many are perpetrated by people under the age of 21. Here’s how you can take action today.
Media Advisory: Advocates Rally in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas— Thursday, February 27, at 11am CST, advocates from across Texas will rally alongside partner organizations as part of The Texas Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence’s 2025 Advocacy Day.
Share Your Advocacy Day 2025 Photos and Videos!
Every moment counts. Every voice matters. We are the Gun Sense Majority!