Rep. Jarrod Martin is featured on an episode of Ohio in Focus.
The Ohio House of Representatives today passed the Senate companion legislation to amend Ohio’s concealed carry laws to make them simpler and consistent with other states.
Senate Bill 17 will simplify the provisions related to the carrying of firearms in vehicles by eliminating the “micromanaging” provisions that dictate where a gun must be stored in a vehicle, which allows law-abiding citizens to avoid accidental violations. It retains the current procedures that are followed when a licensee is pulled over and approached by a law enforcement official.
The legislation would also permit license holders to carry in establishments that serve alcohol provided that the individual is not consuming alcohol. It does not change the current law prohibiting an individual from possessing a firearm while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Establishments would still have the authority to prohibit concealed carry.
“I’m very pleased to see the passage of Senate Bill 17 from the House,” said Rep. Terry Johnson (R-McDermott), who jointly sponsored the House companion bill—House Bill 45—with Rep. Danny Bubp (R-West Union). “At a time when our Constitutional rights are being quietly and systematically eroded, it is vital that we restore these rights and safeguard our ability to protect our families.”
In addition to simplifying existing concealed carry laws, House Bill 45 and Senate Bill 17 will bring Ohio’s carry regulations in line with most other states’ regulations. According to the Buckeye Firearms Association, of the 48 states that issue concealed carry licenses, 42 allow licensees to carry in restaurants as long as they are not drinking.
“Law-abiding citizens have a constitutional right to bear arms and protect themselves, yet Ohio’s laws about this issue can be confusing, especially when determining where you can carry and where you cannot,” Rep. Bubp said. “This legislation will simplify our laws and keep people from unknowingly committing a crime.”
This legislation was originally introduced during the previous General Assembly as Senate Bill 239, which received the support of the National Rifle Association, the Buckeye Firearms Association and Ohioans for Concealed Carry.
Senate Bill 17 passed with bipartisan support and will now move to Governor Kasich for his signature.
Today, the Ohio House of Representatives passed legislation that allows for restoration of gun ownership rights under certain conditions, which would bring Ohio into compliance with a recent Supreme Court/BATFE ruling that states that to restore gun ownership rights for someone under firearm disability, there must be a complete restoration.
House Bill 54 expands the categories of those who may apply for relief from a disability against acquiring, having, carrying or using any firearm so that any person who is prohibited from acquiring, having, carrying or using firearms may apply for relief.
“I’m pleased that House Bill 54 passed from the House because it will successfully bring Ohio’s gun ownership laws in line with federal law,” said Rep. Ron Maag (R-Lebanon), who jointly sponsored the legislation with Rep. Jarrod Martin (R-Beavercreek). “This is a necessary measure for those individuals who have been unintentionally breaking the law due to the recent Supreme Court ruling. It’s important that our gun laws here in Ohio reflect those at the national level.”
“This bill upholds our rights as citizens to safely and responsibly exercise our Second Amendment rights,” said Martin. “It’s very satisfying to be able to work on this bill and a wide breadth of different issues as we improve the quality of life in Ohio.”
House Bill 54 passed by a vote of 78-18 and will now move to the Ohio Senate for further consideration.
House Bill 54 expands the categories of those who may apply for relief from a disability against acquiring, having, carrying or using any firearm so that any person who is prohibited from acquiring, having, carrying or using firearms may apply for relief.
“I’m pleased that House Bill 54 passed from the House because it will successfully bring Ohio’s gun ownership laws in line with federal law,” said Rep. Ron Maag (R-Lebanon), who jointly sponsored the legislation with Rep. Jarrod Martin (R-Beavercreek). “This is a necessary measure for those individuals who have been unintentionally breaking the law due to the recent Supreme Court ruling. It’s important that our gun laws here in Ohio reflect those at the national level.”
“This bill upholds our rights as citizens to safely and responsibly exercise our Second Amendment rights,” said Martin. “It’s very satisfying to be able to work on this bill and a wide breadth of different issues as we improve the quality of life in Ohio.”
House Bill 54 passed by a vote of 78-18 and will now move to the Ohio Senate for further consideration.
The Ohio House of Representatives today passed legislation to amend Ohio’s concealed carry laws to make them simpler and consistent with other states.
Specifically, House Bill 45—which was jointly sponsored by State Representatives Danny Bubp (R-West Union) and Terry Johnson (R-McDermott)—will simplify the provisions related to the carrying of firearms in vehicles by eliminating the “micromanaging” provisions that dictate where a gun must be stored in a vehicle, which allows law-abiding citizens to avoid accidental violations. It retains the current procedures that are followed when a licensee is pulled over and approached by a law enforcement official.
The legislation would also permit license holders to carry in establishments that serve alcohol provided that the individual is not consuming alcohol. It does not change the current law prohibiting an individual from possessing a firearm while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Establishments would still have the authority to prohibit concealed carry.
“House Bill 45 is a responsible way to allow Ohioans to keep themselves and their families safe, while also ensuring that our laws respect our Constitutional rights,” Johnson said.
In addition to simplifying existing concealed carry laws, House Bill 45 will bring Ohio’s carry regulations in line with most other states’ regulations. According to the Buckeye Firearms Association, of the 48 states that issue concealed carry licenses, 42 allow licensees to carry in restaurants as long as they are not drinking.
“Ohio’s responsible, law-abiding gun owners should not be penalized with stricter regulations than gun owners of any other state,” said Bubp. “I am pleased that this legislation has passed the House and is one step closer toward protecting our Second Amendment rights.”
This legislation was originally introduced during the previous General Assembly as Senate Bill 239, which received the support of the National Rifle Association, the Buckeye Firearms Association and Ohioans for Concealed Carry.
House Bill 45 will now move to the Ohio Senate, where it will undergo further consideration.
Specifically, House Bill 45—which was jointly sponsored by State Representatives Danny Bubp (R-West Union) and Terry Johnson (R-McDermott)—will simplify the provisions related to the carrying of firearms in vehicles by eliminating the “micromanaging” provisions that dictate where a gun must be stored in a vehicle, which allows law-abiding citizens to avoid accidental violations. It retains the current procedures that are followed when a licensee is pulled over and approached by a law enforcement official.
The legislation would also permit license holders to carry in establishments that serve alcohol provided that the individual is not consuming alcohol. It does not change the current law prohibiting an individual from possessing a firearm while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Establishments would still have the authority to prohibit concealed carry.
“House Bill 45 is a responsible way to allow Ohioans to keep themselves and their families safe, while also ensuring that our laws respect our Constitutional rights,” Johnson said.
In addition to simplifying existing concealed carry laws, House Bill 45 will bring Ohio’s carry regulations in line with most other states’ regulations. According to the Buckeye Firearms Association, of the 48 states that issue concealed carry licenses, 42 allow licensees to carry in restaurants as long as they are not drinking.
“Ohio’s responsible, law-abiding gun owners should not be penalized with stricter regulations than gun owners of any other state,” said Bubp. “I am pleased that this legislation has passed the House and is one step closer toward protecting our Second Amendment rights.”
This legislation was originally introduced during the previous General Assembly as Senate Bill 239, which received the support of the National Rifle Association, the Buckeye Firearms Association and Ohioans for Concealed Carry.
House Bill 45 will now move to the Ohio Senate, where it will undergo further consideration.
COLUMBUS—State Representatives Danny Bubp (R-West Union) and Terry Johnson (R-McDermott) recently introduced legislation to amend Ohio’s concealed carry laws to make them simpler and consistent with other states.
Specifically, House Bill 45 will simplify the provisions related to the carrying of firearms in vehicles by eliminating the “micromanaging” provisions that dictate where a gun must be stored in a vehicle, which allows law-abiding citizens to avoid accidental violations. It retains the current procedures that are followed when a licensee is pulled over and approached by a law enforcement official.
The legislation would also permit license holders to carry in establishments that serve alcohol provided that the individual is not consuming alcohol. It does not change the current law prohibiting an individual from possessing a firearm while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Establishments would still have the authority to prohibit concealed carry.
“In addition to simplifying existing concealed carry laws, House Bill 45 will bring Ohio’s carry regulations in line with most other states’ regulations,” said Bubp. “Of the 48 states that issue concealed carry licenses, 42 allow licensees to carry in restaurants as long as they are not drinking. I don’t think that responsible gun owners in Ohio should be penalized with stricter regulations than gun owners of any other state.”
“When it comes to fine-tuning Ohioans’ Second Amendment rights or allowing them to protect their families, I think it is very important that we make our concealed carry laws as thorough as possible,” said Johnson.
This legislation was originally introduced during the previous General Assembly as Senate Bill 239, which received the support of the National Rifle Association, the Buckeye Firearms Association and Ohioans for Concealed Carry.
House Bill 45 will now be assigned to a House committee, where it will undergo further consideration.
Specifically, House Bill 45 will simplify the provisions related to the carrying of firearms in vehicles by eliminating the “micromanaging” provisions that dictate where a gun must be stored in a vehicle, which allows law-abiding citizens to avoid accidental violations. It retains the current procedures that are followed when a licensee is pulled over and approached by a law enforcement official.
The legislation would also permit license holders to carry in establishments that serve alcohol provided that the individual is not consuming alcohol. It does not change the current law prohibiting an individual from possessing a firearm while under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Establishments would still have the authority to prohibit concealed carry.
“In addition to simplifying existing concealed carry laws, House Bill 45 will bring Ohio’s carry regulations in line with most other states’ regulations,” said Bubp. “Of the 48 states that issue concealed carry licenses, 42 allow licensees to carry in restaurants as long as they are not drinking. I don’t think that responsible gun owners in Ohio should be penalized with stricter regulations than gun owners of any other state.”
“When it comes to fine-tuning Ohioans’ Second Amendment rights or allowing them to protect their families, I think it is very important that we make our concealed carry laws as thorough as possible,” said Johnson.
This legislation was originally introduced during the previous General Assembly as Senate Bill 239, which received the support of the National Rifle Association, the Buckeye Firearms Association and Ohioans for Concealed Carry.
House Bill 45 will now be assigned to a House committee, where it will undergo further consideration.
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