Texas House Bill 320: New Rules for Semiautomatic Rifle Sales | Community Exchange
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Texas House Bill 320: New Rules for Semiautomatic Rifle Sales A Texas law proposal that restricts who can buy semiautomatic rifles and increases penalties for illegal sales.
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April 12, 2026
What it means for your household Under $30,000
This law doesn't change your household budget or taxes. If you have teens who want to buy rifles, they'll need to wait until 21.
$30,000-$60,000
This law doesn't affect your family's finances directly. The age limit might delay some purchases but won't cost you money.
$60,000-$100,000
No direct impact on your household budget. If you're planning to buy rifles for young adults in your family, they'll need to wait until 21.
Over $100,000
This law won't change your household finances. The age restriction might delay some firearm purchases for young adults but doesn't add costs.
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A.J. LouderbackTexas State Representative, District 30
Adam HinojosaTexas State Senator, District 27
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Source record Organization Texas Legislature
Added to Community Exchange Apr 12, 2026
Aicha DavisTexas State Representative, District 109
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How this connects
House Bill 320 is a Texas law proposal that changes rules for selling semiautomatic rifles. The bill adds a new age requirement: no one younger than 21 can buy a semiautomatic rifle. It also increases penalties for people who break these sales rules. The law would take effect October 1, 2025, if passed.