A bill has been introduced in the State of Texas that seeks to exempt the intrastate manufacture of firearms, firearm accessories, and ammunition from federal regulation. The bill argues that the 10th Amendment reserves powers to the states that are not granted to the federal government by the Constitution, and that regulation of intrastate commerce should be left to the states unless expressly preempted by federal law. It also references the 2nd Amendment, which guarantees the right to keep and bear arms, and a similar provision in the Texas Constitution.
The bill defines terms like "firearm accessory" and "generic and insignificant part" for the purpose of the legislation. It states that items manufactured in Texas from basic materials without imported parts are not subject to federal regulation. The bill also lists exceptions to this exemption, such as certain types of firearms and ammunition.
It also requires that firearms manufactured and sold in Texas have "Made in Texas" stamped on a central metallic part. Additionally, the bill suggests that if a citizen notifies the Attorney General of their intent to manufacture a firearm, accessory, or ammunition, the Attorney General must seek a declaratory judgment from a federal court to confirm the constitutionality of this legislation.
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