'Texas must achieve several objectives to better protect our communities and our residents from mass shootings,' Gov. Abbott said in a press release announcing the executive action.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has signed eight executive orders to"better protect" residents after the recent mass shootings in Odessa and El Paso that killed a total of 29 people, but none of them deal with guns.
The second mass shooting took place during a routine traffic stop near Odessa on August 21. Seven people were killed in the rampage and the gunman died during a shootout with police. The suspected shooter had failed a previous background check and purchased his weapon in a private sale. "Today's directives by the Governor will help close the information gaps when suspicion of a potential mass shooter arises. While these executive orders will enhance law enforcement's ability to respond and prevent these shootings, legislative solutions are still needed," the statement read.
Texas Democrats held a press conference on Wednesday calling for a special session, saying that 2021 is too long to wait for action on gun violence. State Representative Donna Howard told reporters that"we already know there are actions that we could take that can make a difference right now."
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