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by stars200
Thu Feb 09, 2017 11:56 am
Forum: 2017 Texas Legislative Session
Topic: HB 560 - Holy Grail?
Replies: 415
Views: 149593

Re: HB 560 - Holy Grail?

Russell wrote:Part of the issue is some of the loudest gun advocacy groups (That I am a member of anyway on Facebook), specifically Texas Carry and OCT, are putting pretty much 100% of their efforts behind Constitutional Carry, and I have not seen much if any effort put towards anything else. I could have missed it, but that has been the view I have gotten so far.

All of the noise is going towards Constitutional Carry, and none of it towards legislation that *actually*, in my mind, makes a difference towards our ability to defend ourselves.

I've mentioned it a few times in both groups with not much of a response back besides that they will publicly support it if it comes up for comment or vote. Lobbying for it though, I haven't heard anything besides lobbying for CC.
I tend to agree, every email I get is for CC. While I do support CC, I think 560 should be the priority. I think it would be easier to get the restricted places removed for licensed LTC holders first, after all we have the crime statistics on our side. I believe If CC passes we will have a harder time getting support since the training class and proficiency requirements will have been removed before carrying concealed.
by stars200
Wed Feb 08, 2017 2:39 pm
Forum: 2017 Texas Legislative Session
Topic: HB 560 - Holy Grail?
Replies: 415
Views: 149593

Re: HB 560 - Holy Grail?

I got an email back from my rep's office. Pretty neutral in tone.

Dear Mr. xxxxx:
 
Thank you for taking the time to contact our office regarding your support for House Bill 560. As we begin the 85th Legislative Session, input like yours helps us to understand what the District 70 community is researching, and we take all of these positions under advisement.
 
I will closely follow this issue and carefully weigh any legislation presented that would affect it. Thank you again for sharing your thoughts on this issue. If you ever have any additional concerns or questions, please feel free to contact our office at 512-463-0356.
 
Sincerely,
 
Grace Bartels
Legislative Intern
Office of Representative Scott Sanford
512-463-0356

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