'Texas allows people to carry guns in public without a permit and a background check,' said one expert. 'Generally speaking, Texas just has overall weaker laws than many states.'
HOUSTON, Texas -- State Rep. Jarvis Johnson is requesting Gov. Greg Abbott to call for a special session on gun reform, including raising the age limit for purchasing long guns to 21.
The person must be at least 21 years old to buy a handgun, but Texans aged 18 and over can buy a handgun from another Texas resident in a private sale. There are also other exceptions to allow an 18-year-old to purchase a gun if they meet certain requirements and have parental consent.
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