Bill
HB 495
Enact the Freedom to Carry Act
136th Legislature (2025-2026)
Introduced by Tim Barhorst and 30 co-sponsors
Ohio HB 495 eliminates concealed carry permits, allowing anyone legally entitled to own firearms to carry concealed handguns without sheriff licensing or background checks.
Referred to committee
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