HB 899 OH
Require foster caregivers to securely store firearms
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Summary
Ohio House Bill 899 requires foster caregivers to securely store any firearms in their homes. Foster caregivers are responsible adults who provide temporary care for children in the state's foster care system. The bill establishes a requirement that firearms be stored in a secure manner, such as in a locked safe or with a locking device, to prevent unauthorized access by foster children and other household members. The requirement applies to all foster caregivers who own firearms.
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Official abstract
To amend section 149.43 and to enact section 5103.164 of the Revised Code to require foster caregivers to securely store firearms.
Sponsor (1)
- Darnell T. Brewer Democratic · primary
5 coauthors / cosponsors
- Sean P. Brennan Democratic · cosponsor
- Juanita O. Brent Democratic · cosponsor
- Karen Brownlee Democratic · cosponsor
- Michele Grim Democratic · cosponsor
- Beryl Piccolantonio Democratic · cosponsor
Action history (2)
- May 12, 2026 Introduced · lower
- May 20, 2026 Referred to committee · lower
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