Sec. 179.054. STORAGE OF HANDGUN. (a) A first responder who enters a location where carrying a handgun is prohibited by federal law or otherwise shall use a device approved by the department under Section 411.184(f), Government Code, to secure and store the handgun.
(b) A first responder is responsible for procuring the device approved by the department under Section 411.184(f), Government Code, or for reimbursing the first responder's employer or supervisor for the use of a device provided by the employer or supervisor.
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