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Home » Ohio Expands Gun Rights With New Laws For Worship And Tracking Bans

Ohio Expands Gun Rights With New Laws For Worship And Tracking Bans

Adam Green By Adam Green January 17, 2025 3 Min Read
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Ohio Expands Gun Rights With New Laws For Worship And Tracking Bans

Ohio recently passed two laws, HB452 and SB58, that expand self-defense immunity for concealed handgun carriers at places of worship, prohibit firearm ownership fees, and bar government and private-sector tracking of gun owners.


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COLUMBUS, OH (2-minute read) — Ohio has enacted two pivotal laws—House Bill 452 (HB452) and Senate Bill 58 (SB58)—designed to bolster Second Amendment protections for residents. Signed by Governor Mike DeWine, the measures introduce expanded self-defense legal immunity and block various attempts to track or impose additional costs on firearm ownership.

Here’s what these laws entail:

Expanded Self-Defense Protections for Worship Spaces

HB452 broadens legal immunity for individuals who use concealed handguns in self-defense at houses of worship and other nonprofit-owned properties. Under this law, Ohio residents can act to protect themselves and others without fear of civil or criminal liability. Previously, such immunity was restricted to private businesses, universities, and local governments.

The law emerged from concerns expressed by religious organizations, including Ohio Jewish Communities, which highlighted the increasing need for defensive measures at faith-based properties. State Sen. Tim Schaffer spearheaded the proposal, emphasizing its aim to safeguard law-abiding citizens without expanding concealed carry rights to new locations.

Prohibition of Firearm Ownership Fees and Insurance Requirements

SB58 prevents any state or local authority in Ohio from requiring fees or liability insurance for firearm or knife ownership. This initiative came in response to policies in other states like California and New Jersey, where fees and mandatory insurance have been introduced for gun owners. Ohio lawmakers viewed such measures as infringements on constitutional rights, vowing to keep such financial barriers out of the state.

Critics argue the law addresses a non-existent problem in Ohio, but proponents maintain it safeguards against potential future policies that could burden firearm owners.

Bans on Firearm Registry and Tracking

A significant component of SB58 prohibits both government entities and private institutions, such as banks, from tracking or creating databases of firearm owners. This includes barring credit card companies from using merchant codes to monitor gun-related purchases. Advocates of the law see it as a crucial step in preserving privacy, while opponents argue it could hinder efforts to flag suspicious firearm purchases.

Ohio joins states like Texas, Florida, and Idaho in enacting similar laws to prevent firearm tracking and protect Second Amendment rights.

Safety Tip: Always understand your state’s firearm laws, including legal protections for self-defense. Familiarize yourself with permissible carry locations and avoid situations that could escalate unnecessarily.

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