✔️ HB348
Regards duty to carry a concealed handgun license, notify police
Current Status: In House Committee (Public Safety)
Summary
HB348 amends various sections of the Ohio Revised Code to repeal the requirement for concealed handgun licensees to carry their licenses and notify law enforcement if they are carrying a concealed handgun. It also renames concealed handgun licenses to 'basic competency licenses' and establishes reciprocity agreements for recognizing licenses from other states.
Rationale
The bill aligns with Libertarian principles of self-defense and individual rights by reducing government restrictions on firearm ownership and use. It supports the right to bear arms without unnecessary licensing requirements, which is consistent with both the LP and LPO platforms.
Risks and Concerns
- Potential increase in unlicensed carrying of firearms
- Concerns about public safety if individuals do not carry licenses