August 29, 2024

Weatherford, TX — Texas Gun Rights (TXGR) is proud to announce that Attorney General Ken Paxton’s recently filed lawsuit against the State Fair of Texas and the City of Dallas has been heavily influenced by a legal brief submitted by TXGR prior to its filing.

The lawsuit comes after the State Fair of Texas announced a blanket ban on all firearms at the fairgrounds, despite the property being publicly owned. This ban flies in the face of Texas law and the Constitution, infringing on the rights of law-abiding gun owners to protect themselves and their families.

Texas Gun Rights President Chris McNutt issued the following statement:

“We’re thrilled that Attorney General Paxton has taken our brief to heart in filing this lawsuit. The State Fair of Texas and the City of Dallas cannot be allowed to trample on the Second Amendment rights of Texans, especially on public, taxpayer-funded property. We fully support AG Paxton’s efforts and will continue to fight alongside him to ensure this ban is overturned.”

TXGR’s Outreach Director Kyle Rittenhouse also weighed in, condemning the ban and highlighting the importance of this legal challenge:

“This gun ban is not only unconstitutional – it’s downright dangerous. Disarming law-abiding citizens while criminals remain undeterred is a recipe for disaster, especially in Fair Park. We’re proud to see Attorney General Paxton stand up for the rights of Texans, and we’re confident this lawsuit will pave the way for the elimination of gun bans on public property throughout Texas.”

TXGR’s legal brief, submitted earlier this month, played a crucial role in shaping the arguments presented in AG Paxton’s lawsuit. The brief emphasized the illegality of the State Fair’s actions under Texas law and the unconstitutionality of restricting licensed gun owners from carrying firearms on public property.

As this case progresses, Texas Gun Rights remains committed to mobilizing its grassroots supporters and providing unwavering support to ensure that justice prevails and the rights of Texans are protected.

TXGR’s brief can be found here.

The AG’s lawsuit can be found here.

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Texas Gun Rights (TXGR) is the largest “No Compromise” gun rights organization in Texas, dedicated to defending the Second Amendment rights of all Texans. Through grassroots activism, legislative advocacy, and legal action, TXGR fights to protect the right to keep and bear arms against any infringement.