As of 2021, people who qualify under the law can carry a handgun in a public place in Texas without a license to carry (LTC). Complete the attached application form as presented.You may submit attached documents as instructed in the application. Article 1, § 23 of the Texas Constitution states: "Every citizen shall have the right to keep and bear arms in the lawful defense of himself or the State. Justin Holland filed House Bill 2622, the Second Amendment Sanctuary State Act, in March with the intention of protecting Texans' gun rights. Travis Clardy fiercely defends constitutional rights in East Texas. Sarah Eckhardt for the 87th Texas legislative session would make it illegal to display a firearm within 500 feet of a public demonstration. A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed. Travis County Commissioners Court. Travis County Administration Building, 314 W. 11th St., Commissioners Courtroom, 1st Floor, Austin, Texas 78701.