Ohio · 136th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
HB 899: Require foster caregivers to securely store firearms
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 899 is a bill introduced in the Ohio House on May 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Require foster caregivers to securely store firearms. Primary sponsor: Darnell Brewer (Democratic). It lists 5 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (May 20, 2026): Referred to committee.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
To amend section 149.43 and to enact section 5103.164 of the Revised Code to require foster caregivers to securely store firearms.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darnell Brewer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Sean Brennan | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
| Juanita Brent | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 18 |
| Karen Brownlee | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 28 |
| Michele Grim | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| Beryl Piccolantonio | Co-sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Referred to committee
- Introduced