Texas State Fair's Gun Ban Faces Strong Opposition from GOP and NRA

Republican lawmakers and the NRA argue the new policy compromises safety and violates rights.

The State Fair of Texas has banned all firearms for its 2024 event, including licensed concealed carry.
This decision follows a shooting incident at the fair last year that injured three people.
The NRA and 71 Republican state legislators have petitioned the fair to reverse the ban, citing safety concerns.
Fair officials maintain the ban is legal since the fair is operated by a private nonprofit on leased government property.
Opponents warn of potential legislative action to protect Second Amendment rights on public lands.