Today the Ohio House of Representative passed Sub HB347. This bill will reform and improve concealed carry and improve the safety and security of our state. The substitute bill was the result of strenuous efforts by Representative Aslanides (R-94) and gun rights groups to address concerns of interested parties while still maintaining as much of the original bill as possible. While many, diverse interests were “at the table” during this process, the substitute bill is still very favorable to gun owners.

The broad bi-partisan support for this bill proves that personal safety and security are important issues to Republicans and Democrats alike, whether they live in rural or urban areas. Women are particularly vulnerable to crime, and the number of female legislators voting for HB347 speaks to its importance for the safety that all women care about.

The most important aspects to gun owners are uniform laws throughout the state and the elimination of “plain sight” for concealed carry license holders (CHL’s). Background checks will become uniform, as will the standard for sealed/expunged records. Restrictions on police officers have been eased.

Click on the "Read More..." link below for details on the legislation and vote tallys!

There are more stories pertaining to our gun rights in Ohio then we can possibly draw attention to with individual daily commentary. But they are worthy of mention.

What follows is our weekly review of headlines from around the state though a pro-gun rights lens.

From crimes on campus and squirt guns in schools to Charity Turkey shoots and overpopulated deer, these articles should be a part of your required reading!

Click on the "Read More..." link below for seven days of headlines accompanied by short, concise pro-gun analysis.

HB347 has been placed on the House calendar for Wednesday, March 8. Session starts at 1:30 PM.

We would like to thank all our friends in the House for their support, especially Representative Jim Aslanides(R-94), Chairman Bob Latta(R-6), and Speaker Jon Husted (R-37).

Buckeye Firearms Association has endorsed HB347 and encourages all Representatives to vote in favor of this important bill.

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