“In the Lone Star State, the Constitution is our permit to carry.”

 
AUSTIN – Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick issued this statement today following the passage of House Bill 1927, carried by Sen. Charles Schwertner, R-Georgetown:

“I am proud that the Texas Senate passed House Bill 1927 today, the Constitutional Carry bill, which affirms every Texan’s right to self-defense and our state’s strong support for our Second Amendment right to bear arms. In the Lone Star State, the Constitution is our permit to carry. I congratulate Senator Charles Schwertner for his leadership on this important issue and for the thoughtful and respectful debate in the Texas Senate today. We have moved quickly on this legislation and I want to thank all those involved who helped gather the votes needed to pass this historic bill.”