The bill, introduced by Representatives Isaacsohn and Lawson-Rowe, proposes significant amendments to the Ohio Revised Code regarding concealed handgun licenses, which will now be referred to as "basic competency licenses." Key changes include the repeal of previous requirements established by S.B. 215 of the 134th General Assembly, which mandated that licensees carry their licenses and notify law enforcement when carrying a concealed handgun. The bill also introduces provisions for recognizing basic competency licenses from other states and establishes reciprocity agreements. Additionally, it outlines the responsibilities of the attorney general and local sheriffs in the application and renewal processes, emphasizing the need for thorough background checks and the destruction of certain application records within a specified timeframe.

Moreover, the bill modifies various legal definitions and processes related to firearms, including the handling of applications for basic competency licenses. It specifies that individuals must inform law enforcement of their license status when stopped and clarifies the conditions under which firearms can be transported in vehicles. The legislation also introduces a temporary emergency basic competency license for individuals facing imminent danger, with specific requirements for issuance. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the licensing process, enhance public safety, and clarify the legal framework surrounding firearm ownership and related offenses, while replacing all references to "concealed handgun" with "basic competency" throughout the text.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 109.69, 109.731, 311.41, 311.42, 311.43, 1547.69, 2921.13, 2923.11, 2923.12, 2923.121, 2923.122, 2923.123, 2923.124, 2923.125, 2923.126, 2923.127, 2923.128, 2923.129, 2923.1210, 2923.1211, 2923.1213, 2923.16, 2953.35, 5502.411, 2923.111