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SB279Introduced in the Senate

Ban discouraging, barring law enforcement from carrying off duty

IntroducedSenate General Government

Introduced by Terry Johnson, District 14

What does this bill do?

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Official description

To amend sections 2923.121 and 2923.1214 and to enact section 2923.1215 of the Revised Code to prohibit a business, state agency, or political subdivision from discouraging or prohibiting a law enforcement officer from carrying a weapon while off duty.

Where it stands

Referred to committee: General Government

October 8, 2025

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Bill history

  1. Introduced

  2. Referred to committee: General Government

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