HB614

Enact the Second Chance Safety Act

Introduced·11/25/25
Introduced Text

Ohio HB614 provides civil immunity to federally licensed firearms dealers and law enforcement agencies that enter into firearm hold agreements with.

Ohio HB614, known as the Second Chance Safety Act, amends the Revised Code to provide civil immunity to federally licensed firearms dealers and law enforcement agencies that enter into firearm hold agreements with firearm owners. A firearm hold agreement is an arrangement where the dealer or agency takes possession of the firearm, holds it for an agreed period, and returns it to the owner. The bill also mandates that the Departments of Health and Veterans Services publish a pamphlet with mental health resources and secure firearm safety device guidance.

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Where it stands

Current
Public Safety Committee
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Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Mar 3

9:30 AM

House Public Safety Rader, 1st Hearing, Sponsor Testimony

History

Feb 4

House

Referred to committee: Public Safety

Nov 25, 2025

House

Introduced