Question: What are the laws regarding carrying of weapons during an evacuation? Texas handgun restrictions do not apply to a person carrying a handgun during the following:Evacuating following a state of disaster (hurricanes, etc)Re-entering an area after evacuationHouse Bill No. 1177 states that this temporary lift is only in effect for 168 hours after Gov. He may also have the power to extend the temporary lift depending on conditions after a disaster. As always, Texans should exercise legal caution as carrying weapons without a license remains unlawful.