People who want to carry a gun openly would no longer need to obtain a license requiring training in how to handle the weapon under a bill approved by the House on Monday.

The House approved, 73-15, Rep. Jeff Coody's House Bill 3098. While loosening restrictions on open carry, it would maintain present licensing procedures for those wishing to carry a concealed gun.

Coody, R-Grandfield, said self defense is a God-given right and the right to bear arms is enshrined in the U.S. Constitution.

"If we give people some freedom, people tend to use that responsibly," said Coody, R-Grandfield.