It has been reported to TSRA that the Austin Police Department in cooperation with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives is apparently trying to limit or eliminate gun shows in Austin. This action is based upon alleged criminal nusance abatement issues related to the property on which the gun show is held. Here is a link to the Texas Gun Shows website setting forth a policy that allows only federal firearms licensees (FFL) to "set up and sell firearms." It is also reported that individual attendees will not be able to sell firearms without having to go through an FFL.
TSRA continues to research and investigate this matter.
https://www.tsra.com/
I used to frequent the Saxet show in Austin and never once had a problem with sales... but with recent efforts of Austin Police Chief Art Acevedo, looks like we have some fightin' to do.
Any insider news, Chas?
