Law Enforcement Safety Officers Act. (Firearm Qualification)

LEOSA is a federal law that allows qualified active and retired law enforcement officers to carry concealed firearms across the United States, overriding most state and local restrictions.

How Long a Texas LEOSA Is Valid?

A Texas LEOSA photographic identification card is valid for life — you do not need to renew it annually or at any set time U.S. Department of State. However, LEOSA carry rights are not a one-time approval. They are tied to your current firearms qualification status.

For retired law enforcement officers in Texas, LEOSA requires that you maintain current firearms qualification within the last 12 months. This means:

You must complete a firearms qualification (such as a Texas LTC test or a certified firearms instructor’s course) within the past year.
The qualification must meet the standards set by your former agency, the Texas DPS, or a certified firearms instructor in Texas.