Two Weeks After OSU Attack, Lawmakers Pave Way For Campus Carry In Ohio

By Bob Owens

Less than two weeks after a police officer shot dead an Islamic terrorist on the campus of Ohio State University, legislators have passed a law expanding where concealed carry permit holders can carry their handguns, and included a provision that would allow the board of trustees of Ohio’s public universities to allow campus carry.

Lawmakers in Ohio approved a bill on Friday that opens the way for licensed gun owners to carry concealed weapons on college campuses, less than two weeks after a man injured 11 in a stabbing attack at Ohio State University.

State senators passed the bill 22-8 after representatives approved it 68-25 late on Thursday, sending the bill to the desk of Republican Governor John Kasich for his signature.

If signed into law, the board of trustees at Ohio’s public universities would have the option to allow for concealed-carry on campuses.

The legislation also removed a state ban on carrying a concealed weapon in public areas of airports and daycare centers, local media reported. Operators would be able to choose whether to prohibit guns in their buildings.

It’s important to note that if Governor John Kasich signs the bill—and he’s not the most gun-friendly Republican governor, so it is less than …Read the Rest

Source:: Bearing Arms