HB 403 Summary

• Allows persons with valid concealed handgun licenses to carry concealed handguns in publicly owned facilities that are not secure facilities, with limited exceptions for school buildings (only government officials may carry in non-secure school buildings).

• Permits concealed handgun licensees to carry in courthouses and court buildings that are not secure facilities, and in certain government facilities that are not secure facilities.

• Defines "secure facility" as a building with controlled entrances/exits requiring metal detection screening or meeting specified conditions for entry.

• Clarifies signage requirements for facilities where concealed handguns are prohibited, with modified language for non-secure facilities where licensed carry is permitted.

• Applies these provisions to versions of sections 2923.126 and 2923.1212 scheduled to take effect January 1, 2014, ensuring continuous effect of the changes.