Veterans for America First (VFAF) proudly recognizes and commends Kimberly Taiko Moyers, United States Navy Veteran, VFAF National Vet Force Director, and Texas State Chapter Vice President, for her instrumental leadership and tireless work in helping secure the passage of Texas Senate Bill 1362.
SB 1362 — now signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 22, 2025 — is a decisive victory for constitutional liberty in the Lone Star State. This legislation prohibits state and local entities from adopting or enforcing so-called “red flag” policies or extreme risk protective order schemes unless explicitly authorized by Texas law. In plain terms, it stops bureaucrats and political subdivisions from weaponizing vague accusations or administrative processes to strip law-abiding Texans of their Second Amendment rights without due process.
Kimberly Moyers worked diligently alongside Representative Briscoe Cain (R-Deer Park) throughout this effort, helping ensure that veterans, families, and gun owners had a voice at the Capitol. Her advocacy reflects the very spirit of grassroots constitutional conservatism — citizens stepping forward to defend freedom when it matters most.
At a time when unelected officials and federal overreach threaten to erode fundamental liberties, SB 1362 draws a clear line in the sand: Texas will not allow backdoor gun confiscation schemes that undermine due process and punish law-abiding Americans. This law reinforces that our rights are not subject to political trends, media narratives, or administrative shortcuts.
As veterans, we swore an oath to support and defend the Constitution of the United States against all enemies, foreign and domestic. Kimberly Moyers continues to live that oath through her leadership and service. Veterans for America First is proud to stand beside her in this victory for Texas, for veterans, and for every American who believes in faith, freedom, and the right to self-defense.
Texas has once again led the way — and patriots across the country are taking note.
Leading up to the historic signing:
Texans Rally at Capitol to Defend Gun Rights as Kyle Rittenhouse Backs Anti-Red Flag Bill
March 12, 2025 — TXGRStaff
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Hundreds of gun rights advocates gathered at the Texas State Capitol
on March 11, 2025, to push for stronger protections of Second Amendment rights during the annual Gun Owners Lobby Day (G.O.L.D.). The event, sponsored by Patriot Mobile, was organized by Texas Gun Rights (TXGR), Gun Owners of America Texas (GOA), True Texas Project, and included participation from the National Association for Gun Rights (NAGR) and Women for Gun Rights.
The day-long event focused on advocating for legislation aimed at protecting Texans’ right to keep and bear arms. The centerpiece of the rally was Senate Bill 1362 & House Bill 162 — a proposal designed to prohibit the enforcement of red flag gun confiscation-style laws in Texas.
The author of House Bill 162, Representative Briscoe Cain (R-Deer Park), referenced U.S. Military Veteran Kimberley Moyers during his speech to the crowd of gun rights activists as a driving force behind the bill.
In spite of Texas not having an official “red flag” law on the books, military veterans like Moyers can face de-facto “red flag” style policies by having their names added to the NICS Gun Ban Registry for being diagnosed with PTSD, or even receiving assistance with their financial affairs. Without any crime being committed or any threats being made, a decision can be made to strip these individuals of their gun rights without due process of the law.
Lawmakers and Advocates Urge Vigilance
Throughout the day, several lawmakers engaged directly with the attendees, emphasizing the importance of passing legislation to defend against federal overreach.
State Senator Bob Hall (R-Rockwall) laid out a robust legislative agenda for firearms, highlighting SB 1065 that would directly strike back at the State Fair of Texas by prohibiting all public events from banning the carry of firearms if they take place on taxpayer-funded lands.
Lt. Col. Allen West addressed the audience before introducing NAGR President Dudley Brown. Representatives Mike Olcott (R-Weatherford), Wes Virdell (R-Brady), Andy Hopper (R-Decatur), and Keresa Richardson (R-Frisco) were also participants of Gun Owner Lobby Day.
State Representative Brian Harrison (R-Midlothian) addressed the crowd by stating:
“When people fear the government, there is tyranny. When the government fears the people, there is liberty.”
State Representative Marc LaHood (R-San Antonio) echoed that sentiment, urging gun owners to remain vigilant:
“The fight is long, long, long in the future. The Second Amendment is the amendment that protects all others.”
Chris McNutt, President of Texas Gun Rights, emphasized the importance of grassroots engagement:
“Gun owners cannot sit back and assume their rights will be protected. Politicians campaign on pro-gun rhetoric, but it means nothing if they don’t follow through once in office. That’s why we must turn up the heat in Austin and ensure lawmakers prioritize gun rights in 2025.”
Kyle’s Law
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One of the legislative priorities highlighted during the rally was HB 170, also known as “Kyle’s Law”, sponsored by Representative Ryan Guillen. The bill would help expand civil liability protections for gun owners who use deadly force in justified situations by prohibiting frivolous civil lawsuits. HB 170 was named after GOA Texas Legislative Director Kyle Carruth, who was nearly bankrupted by a civil lawsuit over a justified use-of-force incident despite facing no criminal charges.
While Kyle’s Law was a notable focus, when NAGR President Dudley Brown introduced Kyle Rittenhouse, attention shifted back to TXGR’s top priority — banning red flag laws.
Kyle Rittenhouse Testifies in Support of SB 1362
During the previous day, Kyle Rittenhouse delivered testimony before the Texas Senate State Affairs Committee in support of SB 1362, known as the “Anti-Red Flag Act”. Rittenhouse argued that red flag laws could be easily misused and endanger the rights of law-abiding citizens.
“I know firsthand the importance of self-defense and the weight that comes with exercising that right,” Rittenhouse said. “But I also know how quickly false accusations and misinformation can be weaponized to destroy a person’s life.”
SB 1362, authored by State Senator Bryan Hughes (R-Mineola), is the companion bill to Briscoe Cain’s House Bill 162.
As the legislative session continued, gun rights advocates were watching to see how lawmakers would act on the proposed legislation, viewing the outcome as a defining moment for Texas’s commitment to the Second Amendment.
But the message from Gun Owner Lobby Day was clear: Texans are determined to safeguard their rights and ensure that their voices are heard in the fight against federal and state gun control measures.
SENATE VOTE: On final passage (March 27, 2025) — 19 - 11
WITNESSES: For — Nick Tuccio, National Rifle Association; CJ Grisham, Texas Gun Rights; Wayne Nunn, Texas State Rifle Association; Timothy Mabry; Kimberly Moyers; Dakota-Lee Moyers (Registered, but did not testify: Leigh Gibson, Gun Owners of America; Chris McNutt, Texas Gun Rights; Mark Borskey and Tara Mica, Texas State Rifle Association; Thomas Parkinson)
BACKGROUND: Some have suggested that prohibiting the recognition or enforcement of red flag orders, also called extreme risk protective orders, that restrict a person’s access to a firearm under certain conditions for the purpose of reducing the risk of death or injury related to a firearm would safeguard Texans' constitutional rights.
DIGEST: SB 1362 would prohibit certain entities from adopting or enforcing a rule, ordinance, order, policy, or other similar measure relating to an extreme risk protective order unless state law specifically authorized the adoption and enforcement of such a rule, ordinance, order, policy, or measure.
Texas Governor Signs Bill Banning Red Flag Laws
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