Proposing a constitutional amendment guaranteeing the right of every person to keep and bear arms.

Texas House Joint Resolution 127 (HJR127) proposes an amendment to the Texas Constitution to expand and strengthen the right to keep and bear arms. The amendment would change the wording from 'Every citizen' to 'Every person,' thereby extending this right to all individuals, not just citizens. Additionally, it seeks to remove the Legislature's authority to regulate the wearing of arms with the intent to prevent crime, effectively eliminating the state's ability to impose restrictions on carrying firearms. If passed by the Legislature, this amendment would be submitted to Texas voters for approval in the November 4, 2025, election.

Supporters of HJR127 argue that the amendment reinforces and broadens Second Amendment rights by ensuring that all individuals, regardless of citizenship status, have the right to keep and bear arms. They believe that removing the Legislature's authority to regulate the carrying of firearms will prevent potential overreach and protect individual freedoms. Proponents also suggest that this amendment aligns with a broader movement to uphold and expand gun rights in Texas, reflecting the state's strong tradition of firearm ownership and self-defense.

Critics of HJR127 express concern that eliminating the Legislature's authority to regulate the carrying of firearms could lead to increased gun violence and hinder the state's ability to implement common-sense gun control measures aimed at preventing crime. They argue that broadening the right to all individuals, including non-citizens, may have unintended consequences and could complicate law enforcement efforts. Opponents also worry that this amendment could undermine public safety by removing necessary checks and balances on firearm possession and use.