SB238

Limit liability for firearms dealers re: firearm hold agreements

Introduced·7/30/25
Introduced Text

Ohio SB238 limits liability for federally licensed firearms dealers and indoor shooting range operators in firearm hold agreements.

Ohio SB238 modifies state law to limit liability for federally licensed firearms dealers and indoor shooting range operators in firearm hold agreements. These agreements involve dealers holding firearms for owners for agreed periods. The bill prevents lawsuits for personal injury or death resulting from these agreements, except when the firearm owner becomes prohibited from possessing firearms during the agreement period. The law aims to protect dealers and operators from liability in such private agreements.

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Where it stands

Current
Armed Services, Veterans Affairs and Public Safety Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

DD
2
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Calendar

Nov 5, 2025

11:30 AM

Senate Rules and Reference 1st Hearing, Sponsor

History

Oct 1, 2025

Senate

Referred to committee: Armed Services, Veterans Affairs and Public Safety

Jul 30, 2025

Senate

Introduced