Sec. 179.053. LIABILITY INSURANCE REQUIRED. A first responder shall maintain liability insurance coverage in an amount of at least $1 million if:
(1) the first responder carries a handgun while on duty; and
(2) the handgun is not an essential part of the first responder's duties.
Added by Acts 2021, 87th Leg., R.S., Ch. 1026 (H.B. 1069), Sec. 4, eff. September 1, 2021.
Structure Texas Statutes
Title 5 - Matters Affecting Public Officers and Employees
Chapter 179 - Authority of Certain First Responders to Carry Handgun
Subchapter B. Authority and Requirements to Carry Handgun
Section 179.051. Authority of Municipality or County to Prohibit or Regulate Carrying Handgun
Section 179.052. Authority of Employers and Supervisors
Section 179.053. Liability Insurance Required
Section 179.054. Storage of Handgun
Section 179.055. Discharge of Handgun