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Supreme Court to consider abortion pills, guns, social media in its new term
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — The U.S. Supreme Court formally opened a new term on Monday, with all manner of political lightning rods already on its docket, or on their way…. Read More
A coalition wants the Ohio GOP to either pass common-sense gun reforms or ‘get out of the way’
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The showdown over guns continues at the Ohio Statehouse with more groups forming to shape gun reforms in the state. That’s why Democratic state… Read More
Biden wants to boost background checks on gun buyers. But it’s hard without Congress
WASHINGTON (NPR) — President Biden will sign a new executive order on Tuesday during a visit to Monterey Park, Calif., that the White House says could boost the number of… Read More
Mass shooting survivor calls on lawmakers to pass bill that changes gun background checks
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Whitney Austin, a mass shooting survivor who was hit 12 times during a rampage in Cincinnati, appeared in front of an Ohio Senate committee… Read More
Ohio law banning local gun control ordinances has been put on hold by a court
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — A Franklin County Common Pleas Court Judge has issued a temporary injunction preventing enforcement of a state law that bans local governments from passing… Read More
Ohio Republican lawmaker proposes bill to create safety protection orders, other gun reforms
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — An Ohio Republican state senator is proposing a five-point plan to change gun laws that includes a court-ordered gun seizure mechanism, a co-signer requirement… Read More
Three years after the Dayton shooting, Whaley calls out DeWine for ‘cowardly inaction’ on gun violence
DAYTON, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Nan Whaley, Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, said there’s a clear difference between her and Republican incumbent Mike DeWine when it comes to the… Read More
Most gun owners favor modest restrictions but deeply distrust government, poll finds
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — The overwhelming majority of gun owners are in favor of universal background checks, of raising the minimum age to buy guns to 21 and so-called “red… Read More
Supreme Court expands gun rights nationwide after striking down a N.Y. law that restricts concealed carrying of guns
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — The U.S. Supreme Court, in a 6-3 opinion along ideological lines, ruled that New York’s restrictions on the concealed carry of firearms in public violates the… Read More
Senators reach final bipartisan agreement on a gun safety bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — Senate negotiators have reached a final agreement on a narrow bipartisan gun safety bill that could become the first gun control measure to pass Congress in… Read More
McConnell says he’ll support a gun reform bill if it matches the proposed framework
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell will support passing a bill that would reform gun laws if the text matches the framework proposed earlier this week. “I… Read More
Senate gun law negotiators working toward a deal by the end of the week
WASHINGTON, D.C. (NPR) — Senate negotiators are racing to finalize an agreement on a narrow set of gun control proposals with a goal of finishing their work before the week’s… Read More
DeWine signs bill to make it easier for people to carry concealed guns
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Over the objection of police groups and gun control advocates, Gov. Mike DeWine (R-Ohio) has signed into law a bill that would allow Ohioans… Read More
Gun safety advocates urge DeWine to veto a controversial gun bill
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — A group of gun control advocates is urging Republican Gov. Mike DeWine to veto Sub Senate Bill 215, legislation that would allow Ohioans to… Read More
A bill ending conceal carry permit mandate heads to the governor
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — The Republican-controlled Legislature has approved a bill eliminating the requirement for a concealed weapons permit. The legislation, sponsored by state Sen. Terry Johnson, a Republican from… Read More
Ohio House okays lowering training requirements for armed teachers and school staff
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — The Ohio House has passed a Republican-backed bill changing the law requiring more 700 hours of peace officer training or 20 years law enforcement… Read More
The Ohio House passes a bill that allows adults to carry concealed guns without permits
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Just after voting to allow teachers and school staff to be armed with only 20 hours of concealed carry and other training, the Ohio… Read More
Lawmakers Are Considering Dropping Training Requirements To Carry Concealed Weapons
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Many witnesses lined up to testify on a bill in the Ohio House that would remove training requirements to carry a concealed weapon. Laura… Read More
Democrats, NAACP Sue Over Ohio Stand-Your-Ground Gun Bill
CLEVELAND (AP) — Democratic lawmakers, the NAACP and a grassroots organizing group have sued the attorney general of Ohio saying the last-minute approval of a “stand-your-ground” gun bill is unconstitutional…. Read More
Supreme Court To Take Up First Major Gun Rights Case In More Than A Decade
At issue is how much the Second Amendment protects the right of individuals to carry concealed weapons outside their home for self-defense. The case will likely be argued in the fall.
After Boulder Shooting, Vice President Harris Says Senate Needs To Act
Harris downplays the role of executive action in tightening gun laws after recent mass shootings, saying legislation would make changes permanent.
DeWine Adding Gun Regulations Into Budget Proposal
COLUMBUS, Ohio (Statehouse News Bureau) — Gov. Mike DeWine (R-Ohio) is bringing back his proposal to create more gun regulations which he says will reduce crime around the state. These were… Read More
Secret Recording Reveals NRA’s Legal Troubles Have Cost The Organization $100 Million
The CEO of the National Rifle Association says legal troubles have cost the powerful gun rights group $100 million, according to a recording of the group’s board meeting obtained by NPR.
Justices to Decide if Ohio Law Banning Using Guns While Drunk is Constitutional
The Ohio Supreme Court will decide if a state law that says gun owners can’t use their weapons while drunk is constitutional. “Intoxication in and of itself is not a… Read More
Governor Urges Lawmakers to Take a Closer Look at His Plan to Curb Gun Violence
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine says he wants state lawmakers to pass his plan on gun violence by the end of this year. And he is urging lawmakers to take a… Read More