Links to Other Sites

Texas Department of Public Safety Links

Website: https://www.dps.texas.gov/.
Contact via email: https://www.dps.texas.gov/rsd/contact/Contact?sProgram=LTC
Snail mail:

Texas Department of Public Safety
Handgun Licensing – MSC 0245
P.O. Box 4087
Austin, Texas 78773-0001

Telephone: (512) 424-7293.
The 2017-2018 Law Book is available at https://www.dps.texas.gov/InternetForms/Forms/LTC-16.pdf.

Guide to Basic Gun Safety by Alarms.org
Gun Goals. A Blog for Gun Enthusiasts covering different topics based on shooting and gun safety.
Massad Ayoob, Wrote the book on self-protection.
AWARE (Arming Women Against Rape and Endangerment).
A Human Right
Are you ready to carry a concealed handgun in Texas? Take Larry Arnold’s CHL Quiz.
17 Reasons To Own a Gun and Holster in 2017. If you are on the fence about whether you should own a gun and a holster, here are 17 reasons why you should.
GunBacker.com. Firearms Opinions, Gear Reviews & Safety Tips For Responsible Gun Owners.
Airsoft Tactics. Airsoft isn’t just some mindless game…if you’re seeking consistent victory, tactics is required. Suggested by Daniel.
Gun Holster Articles by Gunner’s Alley.
Minute Man Reviews. Provides details and information about firearms, ammo, weapons, and gear facts reviews.
How to Use a Tactical Pen: for Self Defense. Tactical pens can be life savers and very effective self defense tools. However, because of their small size, it is important to know how to use them effectively.
Tactical Hyve. A new, modern firearms and tactical training website that provides people with vetted connections to our nation’s elite tactical experts to ensure they get the highest quality training and results.

A Self-Defense Guide for Senior Citizens by Ammo.com.
A Woman’s Self-Defense Guide to Concealed Carry (CCW) by Ammo.com.
How to Buy a Holster for Your Application, a comprehensive guide. Suggested by Laura.
Texas Gun Laws by Guns to Carry.com
Gun Holsters: The Definitive Guide by Guns to Carry.com
2nd Amendment Learning Guide by Joslyn Law Firm
Small Business Grants available to Female Entrepreneurs by AABRS. Information on small business grants available for women.
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO GUN SAFETY by AT3 Tactical

A Girl and a Gun Shooting League
Project Appleseed, Classic riflery instruction plus Revolutionary War history
Jews for the Preservation of Firearms Ownership (JPFO)
Pink Pistols
Knife Rights
Students for Concealed Carry (SCCC)
OpenCarry.org

Texas State Rifle Association Texas news and email alerts. Sign up.
National Rifle Association Political action, training, range development, and more.
Second Amendment Foundation Another excellent pro-gun organization.

A lot of the information on the internet is old, half-true, or downright wrong. Here are some sites and newsletters that are current and trustworthy.

TSRA-PAC: Texas news and email alerts. Sign up.
NRA-ILA: National news and email alerts. Sign up.
Keep and Bear Arms.com: Daily updates with links.
CountyOffice.org: Your quick reference guide for accurate, up-to-date information about all government offices, including state offices, and public records sources in your local area.
Concealed Carry Statistics: The definitive checklist for all the concealed carry statistics

Federal legislation: https://www.congress.gov/.
Texas State Legislation: https://www.capitol.state.tx.us/.
The Government Printing Office website at https://www.gpo.gov/ provides access to federal agency regulations and other publications.
How do your legislators vote? Visit Project Vote Smart.
Legal Match: All about the legal right to bear arms