COLUMBUS, Ohio – Ohio lawmakers are considering allowing concealed firearms in bars, sports stadiums and other venues that serve alcohol, though it’s not clear if Gov. John Kasich would sign such legislation.
The director of state legislation for the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence tells The Plain Dealer in Cleveland the Ohio proposal on concealed weapons is more wide-reaching than such measures in most other states.
Proponents say it would not prevent businesses from having their own bans on firearms and would leave that choice to business owners, instead of the government.
But opponents argue weapons and booze could be a dangerous mix and end up being a safety threat.
The state House and Senate have approved similar bills on the issue but have not sent one to Kasich.
