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SB 237: Restore local authority to regulate firearms and knives
What SB 237 does, verified September 25, 2026
This bill aims to repeal a specific section of the Ohio Revised Code. The repealed section will be replaced with a new provision that restores local authority to regulate conduct related to firearms and knives. This change will enable local governments to establish their own regulations regarding the possession, sale, and use of these items within their jurisdictions.
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Last action: Referred to committee: Armed Services, Veterans Affairs and Public Safety (2025-10-01)Alert me
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| Oct. 01, 2025 | Referred to committee: Armed Services, Veterans Affairs and Public Safety |
| Jul. 30, 2025 | Introduced |
Latest bill textIntroduced version, July 31, 2025 · 144 words
As Introduced
136th General Assembly
Regular Session
S. B. No. 237
2025-2026
Senators Craig, Ingram
Cosponsors: Senators DeMora, Smith
Cosponsors: Senators DeMora, Smith
A BILL
To repeal section 9.68 of the Revised Code to 1
restore local authority to generally regulate 2
conduct related to firearms and knives. 3
restore local authority to generally regulate 2
conduct related to firearms and knives. 3
BE IT ENACTED BY THE GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE STATE OF OHIO:
Section 1. That section 9.68 of the Revised Code is hereby 4
repealed.
repealed.
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