The bill amends the Revised Code to allow individuals aged eighteen to twenty-one to purchase handguns from federally licensed firearms dealers, a change from previous regulations. It introduces new legal language defining "federally licensed firearms dealer" and modifies existing laws concerning the sale of firearms to this age group. The bill maintains existing restrictions on selling firearms to individuals under eighteen and imposes penalties for violations, aiming to balance the rights of young adults to access handguns while ensuring safeguards against illegal sales.

Additionally, the bill specifies exemptions for law enforcement officers and active duty military members with approved firearms training, allowing them to bypass certain restrictions on handgun purchases. It replaces the term "Ohio peace officer training council" with "Ohio peace officer training commission" and repeals several existing sections of the Revised Code to streamline the legal framework. Overall, the amendments reflect a shift in the legal landscape regarding youth access to firearms, aligning with ongoing discussions about gun rights and public safety.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 2151.022, 2152.02, 2152.16, 2923.21, 2923.211, 2930.01