HB 227 - Expands Concealed Carry Laws - Ohio Key Vote

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Title: Expands Concealed Carry Laws

Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to pass a bill that expands concealed carry laws in the state.

Highlights:

  • Establishes a sheriff’s concealed handgun license expense fund to pay for any costs incurred for nonlethal weapons and supplies used by the sheriffs or their employees, including costs incurred for training on the use of nonlethal weapons or attending peace officer training (Sec. 1).
  • Specifies that individuals 21 years of age and older shall not be prohibited from owning or possessing a firearm or handgun under any United States law (Sec. 3).
  • Expands concealed carry rights to individuals over the age of 21 regardless of if they have been issued a concealed carry handgun license (Sec. 3).
  • Extends the aforementioned right to individuals under the age of 21 if they are active armed forces of the United States (Sec. 3).

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