Texas set to allow people to carry handguns without a license – or training

Governor has said he plans to sign bill despite objections from law enforcement groups, who say it will endanger the public and police

Texas is poised to remove one of its last major gun restrictions - despite widespread objections - after lawmakers approved a bill that would allow people to carry handguns without a license, and the background check and training that go with it.

The state's Republican-dominated legislature approved the measure Monday, sending it to the governor, Greg Abbott, who has said he will sign it despite objections.