Relating to the prosecution of the offense of possessing or carrying certain weapons in certain facilities or residences providing services to individuals with an intellectual disability or a developmental disability.

HB 1040, known as "Joshua's Act," amends Texas Penal Code to prohibit possessing or carrying firearms, location-restricted knives, clubs, or prohibited weapons in facilities or residences providing services to individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. This directly affects staff, visitors, and anyone entering these specific care settings without prior authorization. The bill adds a new provision (Section 46.03(g-2)) making weapon possession in these locations a criminal offense, unless permitted under written regulations. It does not create new penalties but specifies these facilities as prohibited zones under existing weapon laws. The bill is currently in committee for review.