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SB 88- Making red light camera tickets illegal
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by TVGuy » Fri Apr 14, 2017 6:47 pm » in 2017 Texas Legislative Session
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Has anyone been following this one? It's passed the Senate, will it pass the house?

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If'n there ain't no sign sayin' it ain't agin the law it's ok so long as yer stoppin' first.
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by anygunanywhere View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 9:12 pm
RIP - Fines for Signs
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by ScottDLS » Fri Oct 21, 2016 6:27 pm » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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After over a year of GC 411.209 "fines for signs" it looks like it's effectively been useless. To my knowledge no government entity has...

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I am actually willing to do this and I'm fine posting about it here on a public forum. My guess on what will happen is: We will walk past the...
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by ScottDLS View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 9:06 pm
G. U. N. S.
by cmgee67 » Tue May 23, 2017 8:42 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion

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by TexasJohnBoy View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 9:06 pm
Primary Arms - Anderson stripped lower $29.99
by loktite » Tue May 23, 2017 2:09 pm » in Commercial Vendor Bargains and Deal
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Primary Arms has CLOSED ear Anderson stripped lowers on sale for $29.99 as of today - limit 1.

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Ordered. :coolgleamA: Unfortunately, I couldn't just "stop by" and only take "15 minutes" :cheers2:

Dont even know what I'm...

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by TexasJohnBoy View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 9:00 pm
Texas Illegal Knife Bill unanimously passes out of committee. Attachment(s)
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by The Annoyed Man » Sat Apr 22, 2017 11:11 am » in Off-Topic
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by ScottDLS View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 8:48 pm
Another Meme Thread Attachment(s)
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by Keith B » Sat Apr 09, 2016 6:51 am » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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A meme topic was opened in the Waiting Room area, and thought it might be fun to have one for other gun-related memes. Post yours here, just make...

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I don't normally chime in but I'd do some pretty sketchy stuff for a R34 GTR.
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by b4aftr View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 8:36 pm
Any Review of taurus-model-608-357-mag-stainless-steel-6-5-barrel.
by Beiruty » Fri May 19, 2017 2:57 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion

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by Beiruty View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 7:48 pm
Antifa going to rally to remove statue of Sam Houston
by Syntyr » Tue May 23, 2017 2:15 pm » in Off-Topic
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Well looky here. The children in Antifa are going to rally in Houston at the statue of Sam Houston on June 10th. They are going to protest to call...

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Can't wait for them to try and take down Fort Sam Houston :mrgreen:

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by CoffeeNut View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 7:33 pm
Happy Birthday anygunanywhere, and Antbanks_84!!
by Jusme » Mon May 22, 2017 6:34 am » in Off-Topic
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Happy Birthday anygunanywhere, and Antbanks_84!! :cheers2: :cheers2:

Hope ya'll have a great day!!

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Happy Birthday Guys!

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by SewTexas View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 6:37 pm
HB 3784
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by NotRPB » Tue May 02, 2017 4:33 pm » in 2017 Texas Legislative Session
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HB 3784

Relating to persons approved by the Department of Public Safety to administer online the classroom instruction part of the handgun...

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One hour of range training *followed* by shooting proficiency. We just have no idea what the range training would be.
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by jmorris View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 6:18 pm
FS-Savage Stevens 555 12 Ga - Sugar Land $435.00 Attachment(s)
by PBratton » Tue May 16, 2017 7:42 pm » in Firearms
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The Savage Arms Stevens Model 555 Over & Under Shotgun offers balance, style and reliability.
Lightweight alloy low-profile receiver....

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Reduced!!!

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by PBratton View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 5:56 pm
Shot Spotter finds bodies in Washington DC**Update** Assassination?
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by philip964 » Wed Jul 13, 2016 12:47 pm » in The Crime Blotter
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In gun free Washington DC Shot Spotter helps the DC police find the bodies.

This time in a fancy neighborhood, and an employee of the DNC.

RIP.

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I'll bet the Democrats are regretting promoting an independent council like Mueller now. If he grants immunity from copywrite infringement charges,...
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by Jusme View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 5:41 pm
IN: Indy 500 Pole Winner robbed at Taco Bell drive-thru
by ELB » Tue May 23, 2017 4:58 pm » in The Crime Blotter

A few hours after winning the pole position:

Happened around 10 pm. Police using a dog caught three suspects within 90 minutes and somebody got...

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by ELB View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 4:58 pm
Surgery, Iron & Leafy greens
by NotRPB » Tue May 23, 2017 4:53 pm » in Off-Topic

Just something I learned as a teen
Iron like in Molasses seems to make the blood thicker and redder (my shins got kicked in soccer a lot, so I'd...

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by NotRPB View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 4:53 pm
Alice Cooper? You've Got to Be Kidding!!
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by Charles L. Cotton » Sun May 21, 2017 7:33 pm » in Off-Topic
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At my age, it's not often that I read or hear something that absolutely blows me away. Tonight was such an event.

Comcast is our Internet provider...

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Thank you, had bilateral repaired in 1957, then in about 2005 I was in such good shape with the washboard abs (LOL) I tore one side loose exercising,...
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by NotRPB View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 4:45 pm
UK: Explosion at concert - reports 22 dead
by philip964 » Mon May 22, 2017 6:30 pm » in The Crime Blotter
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Breaking

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Live Briefing: The Latest on the Manchester Arena Bombing - The New York Times

19 dead as many as 50 injured. Possibly a nail...

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As if terrorist attacks are unpreventable. That is the way the losers talk (to borrow one of Trump's favorite insults). This is exactly how...

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by allisji View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 4:43 pm
Price Drop-WTS, .223, 9mm Ammo, FTF, Austin
by gljjt » Tue May 09, 2017 9:54 pm » in Holsters, Accessories, Reloading Equipment & Supplies
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Looking to sell 1,000 rounds of Remington UMC 9mm MC 115gr, 4x250 bulk packs. Academy price 68.99x4=$275.96 plus tax. Mine: $200. takes all.

Looking...

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Check PMs

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by ELB View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 3:46 pm
Humorous sign of the week Attachment(s)
by bbhack » Sat May 20, 2017 11:58 pm » in General Texas CHL Discussion
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For your enjoyment. This is located in San Antonio, NW. I don't want to say exactly where, because this is either brilliant satire or serious. Not...

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Since the sign specifically applies to people who carry but DO NOT have an ltc, it appears that someone is having a private joke at the liberals'...

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by JustSomeOldGuy View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 3:22 pm
Status of HB 1911?
by RossA » Tue May 23, 2017 9:58 am » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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I just received the email below from The Shooter's Log, dated this morning, May 23:...

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We will leave this open if all of the responses move to this topic.

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by Keith B View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 2:23 pm
Year End Instructor Recertification?
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by RossA » Thu Mar 16, 2017 2:00 pm » in Instructors' Corner
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If I am correct, a lot of us will see our certificates expire at the end of the year. I know that it's only March, and most people are more concerned...

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Lubbock area. I'm willing to hold an instructor recert. at my range. Range is located west of Shallowater.
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by troglodyte View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 2:23 pm
Did we get shut out this year
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by RPBrown » Wed May 10, 2017 3:16 pm » in 2017 Texas Legislative Session
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It appears that we got shut out for all of the 2A bills for this session. Looks like everything got stopped at the Calendars Committee. Did we get...

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Whoops! I'm completely messed up here! That was supposed to be HB 1819 which was already sent to the governor. I'll fix my post above.
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by Papa_Tiger View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 1:17 pm
S&W Shield Performance Center 9mm NIB reduced again
by Roger Howard » Mon Apr 17, 2017 10:08 am » in Firearms
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Brand new in box, never fired S&W Shield 9MM. Performance Center ported, high visibility sights.
Safe clearing for a new toy. Comes with 2 mags....

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by TreyHouston View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 12:43 pm
I have a dim view of the future for humanity
by philip964 » Sat May 20, 2017 10:34 pm » in The Crime Blotter
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Three teenagers steal a car with a six year old inside. Mom left the child alone in the car when she ran inside a Kroger in Mississippi.

Car later...

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God is Just. His justice is what prompts His mercy that prompts His grace.

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by carlson1 View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 10:15 am
SB 1408 - Call to Action ***Need your help***
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by ninjamedic2293 » Wed May 17, 2017 12:56 pm » in 2017 Texas Legislative Session
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Texas Senate Bill 1408 allows trained and qualified fire and EMS first responders to carry a concealed weapon on duty for defensive use. Situations...

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Very much agree. I am employed by a north Texas county as an EMS responder. There are 7 different volunteer FD's in my district. They are invaluable...
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by Daddio-on-patio View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 9:19 am
Houston TX: another day and another horrific murder/robbery here.
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by philip964 » Thu Feb 23, 2017 3:10 pm » in The Crime Blotter
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Young son is shot and killed as he tried to shield his mother during a robbery of a Subway restaurant.

Near as I can tell crime is out of control...

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Teen mom killed by boyfriend at Strip Club.

Boyfriend actually meant to shoot a man standing next to her. Hit her twice. Also shot another woman...
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by philip964 View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 9:16 am
Glock 42 issue
by Soccerdad1995 » Mon May 22, 2017 3:56 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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I have a Glock 42 that I bought new a couple months ago. It's actually my 11th Glock firearm, and the second Glock 42 that I have owned (long story -...

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And It still shoots sooo good
Many thanks

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by lowdogtx View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 9:10 am
Question regarding back ground check on application
by ClintHTx » Mon Feb 27, 2017 9:01 pm » in New to CHL?
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I am in the process of getting my LTC. As a minor I recieved 2 charges one was a minor in possession of alcohol in possession which I obtained a...

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ANY arrest needs to be included, just because the charge was dismissed, an arrest was still made. Confirmation of dismissal or how the final outcome...

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by twomillenium View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 6:26 am
ebay - Cabela's $100 gift cards for $80
by loktite » Tue May 23, 2017 1:06 am » in Commercial Vendor Bargains and Deal

This vendor will have Cabela's cards available at various times throughout the year. Currently available $100 card for $80 @ .

Sometimes they will...

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by loktite View the latest post
Tue May 23, 2017 1:06 am
Pictures Of Your Daily Carry Attachment(s)
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by carlson1 » Mon Nov 20, 2006 4:37 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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I thought it would be fun to view our likes and dislikes. If you are afraid of revealing your "secret" then you do not have to post....

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by bobby View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 10:33 pm
WTS - Glock 23/Glock 32 Magazines - DFW
by carlson1 » Mon May 22, 2017 9:18 pm » in Closed Items
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I have 7 Glock 23 Magazines (13rds) and 2 Glock 32 Magazines (13rds) for sale. As most of you know they are interchangeable between each other....

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Sorry I just sold them all.

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by carlson1 View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 10:05 pm
P-38 expert advise is needed
by Beiruty » Sun May 21, 2017 10:08 pm » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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I bought a very rare P-38 Mark-2, it has the reinforced slide, hardened breech lock lug and disconnector rod.
Today, I dragged it to the steel...

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Mine is stainless as well, PPK/S. I wasn't looking for one, but when I go to a garage sale I always ask if they have any guns or knives and a woman...

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by puma guy View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 9:42 pm
Bombing at pop concert
by cmgee67 » Mon May 22, 2017 9:20 pm » in Off-Topic

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by Flightmare View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 9:36 pm
Interested in defensive shooting in Houston???
by JerryK » Thu Aug 11, 2016 7:27 pm » in Shooting Ranges
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Here is a defensive shooting club in SW Houston (Richmond/Rosenberg) area that shoot on Tuesday evenings @ 6 pm.

This is a great place to...

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Wish they were near me. As current as 2 days ago... From the website linked above:

EVENTS

Saturday, May 20, 2017 at 2:00pm we will host the...

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by flechero View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 9:09 pm
Fort Worth has a new shooting range/retail store
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by joe817 » Wed Jan 27, 2016 7:36 pm » in Shooting Ranges
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On my way into Ft.Worth to pick up the wife from work, heard on KLIF radio(570AM) an advertisement for Defender Outdoors Shooting Center. This is the...

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I'm going to be in Fort Worth next month (really closer to Dallas), but I'm going to have to check this place out.
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by dustin807 View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:59 pm
New rifle build
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by Sidro » Fri Apr 14, 2017 1:56 pm » in Rifles & Shotguns
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I have been building .300 AAC Blackout AR rifles for my grandkids(3). Decided since they were getting new rifles I should get one. I have started a...

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love that stock.
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by dustin807 View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:58 pm
Mossberg shockwave - request for AG opinion
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by ELB » Fri May 12, 2017 3:39 pm » in Gun and/or Self-Defense Related Political Issues
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Representative Phil King has asked the Texas AG for an opinion about whether the Mossberg shockwave is legal in Texas.

I am on my phone, and doing...

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This Act takes effect September 1, 2017. (Assuming it is not vetoed by the Governor)
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by Papa_Tiger View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:56 pm
One song that "speaks" to you
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by 74novaman » Fri Jul 13, 2012 9:50 pm » in Off-Topic
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Thought this might be a fun off topic thread....

What song hits you every time you hear it and provokes an emotional response from you?

For mine,...

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Jimmy LaFave (July 12, 1955 – May 21, 2017) died today at the age of 61 years.
I enjoyed his music and tried to see him every time he came to...
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by WildBill View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:55 pm
New online CHL application & procedures Attachment(s)
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by Charles L. Cotton » Thu May 13, 2010 8:26 pm » in General Texas CHL Discussion
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Here is an update on changes to the application process.

People applying for their first CHL can either apply online, or they can use packets their...

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Thanks. I have my first renewal coming up in October. Not sure if I want to apply online, but glad to know it's an option.
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by dustin807 View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:54 pm
SB 16 - priority bill, reduction of LTC fees
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by RHenriksen » Mon Nov 21, 2016 1:29 pm » in 2017 Texas Legislative Session
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Nice to see a 2A bill make it onto the Lt. Gov's priority list. Shame it's not about elimination of gun free zones, though.

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The governor has 10 days once a bill is sent to his office to sign, veto, or allow it to become law without his signature....unless it is within 10...
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by Flightmare View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:37 pm
1942 Teacher Parking Lot Law
by kg5ie » Mon May 22, 2017 5:50 pm » in 2017 Texas Legislative Session
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I see it was sent to calendar. Wonder if it will get a vote?

Charles?

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This is dead as of last night at 10:00 since it never made it onto the calendar. Unless the text is able to be added to another relevant bill as an...

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by Papa_Tiger View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:23 pm
Call-To-Action: HB421
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by Charles L. Cotton » Mon May 08, 2017 9:16 am » in 2017 Texas Legislative Session
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Anyone interested in HB421, Rep. Rinaldi's volunteer church security Bill, should call the Todd Hunter, Chairman of the House Calendars Committee, at...

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It would have to go back to the Senate for concurrence or a conference committee appointed.
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by Papa_Tiger View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:18 pm
Hilton Galveston LTC friendly?
by flowrie » Mon May 22, 2017 12:35 pm » in General Texas CHL Discussion
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Taking family on a business trip with me, staying at Hilton Galveston.
Did not see any postings on the map (no 30.06 or 30.07 ).
Searched forum,...

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I like your logo. I was in 4/133FA, 49AD.

Thanks!
I was Co A 4/112th Armor 49AD
1982 to 1988
M60A1's And then M60A3's
105mm, 50 cal, 7.62 and 45 acp...

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by flowrie View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 8:01 pm
SB349 by Creighton: Clarification of School Activity Grounds
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by Charles L. Cotton » Fri Dec 23, 2016 6:11 pm » in 2017 Texas Legislative Session
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Below is an article I just published on concerning Sen. Creighton's SB349. It clarifies current law as to the scope of "school activity...

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Sure there is......it's called a hidden agenda. What people say doesn't always match what they believe.
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by 1911 10MM View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 7:13 pm
One Second After, by William R. Forstchen
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by Skiprr » Tue Feb 07, 2017 1:22 am » in Books & Videos
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Edited to add: this very short impression of Dr. Forstchen's One Second After is based on the reading of it as a novel, and as I mention on the next...

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I'm just reading a book where a CME event is used as the premise (Going Home: Survivalist Series). I tend to agree that it is a bigger doomsday...
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by ScottDLS View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 6:39 pm
Signatures on amendements?
by mdubtx » Mon May 22, 2017 6:06 pm » in General Legislative Discussions

I have been looking at .pdf copies of amendments to bills from the current session.

What do the signatures all over the page mean? The obvious...

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by mdubtx View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 6:06 pm
Mossberg Shockwave Attachment(s)
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by carlson1 » Wed Mar 22, 2017 1:08 am » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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What category does the Mossberg Shockwave fall? Is it a handgun or long gun? Mossberg only calls it a "firearm." Would it be legal or...

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Sent to the governor today. Hopefully he will sign it and it will become law. :)
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by dlh View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 5:34 pm
WTT VEPR 12 Gauge Semi-auto NIB - Houston
by ArmedAndPolite » Wed May 17, 2017 8:13 pm » in Firearms
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I'm looking to trade a VEPR 12 gauge semi-auto with a thumbhole wood-stock 19" barrel. I am in not interested in solely selling the shotgun. But...

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by ArmedAndPolite View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 4:09 pm
Arizona LTC Utilized by Texas Citizen
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by Overthehill » Sun May 21, 2017 1:59 pm » in General Texas CHL Discussion
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I have been carrying with an Arizona LTC for years secure in the knowledge that it was legal for a Texas citizen to utilize the Arizona license...

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Hrmm....ok. Well thats good to know. I may have to give that a shot. Even tho having an az permit is virtually the same as having a tx permit,...
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by Bodeneth View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 3:24 pm
History of the Mozambique Drill
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by Charles L. Cotton » Fri May 19, 2017 10:06 am » in General Gun, Shooting & Equipment Discussion
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Here's a link to an article some folks may find interesting.

It discusses the origin of the Mozambique Drill (a/k/a Failure Drill). The drill has...

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I just completed a 2 day pistol course from Wayne Dobbs & Darryl Bolke who both are long term veterans of the LE and each have over 20 years of...
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by dragun View the latest post
Mon May 22, 2017 2:45 pm
Today in Trump's new term as President Attachment(s)
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by philip964 » Fri Jan 20, 2017 12:14 pm » in Off-Topic
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Not only are we leaving Obama's term behind, but we are entering a new era as President Trump takes office today.

I believe we will see the attack...

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Well done Mr. President!

I figured he would be critised for wearing a Yamaka, and caving in to their religious beliefs when Melania didn't wear a...
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Mon May 22, 2017 2:28 pm

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