Assault Weapons Ban Bill Heads to Governor Spanberger's Desk

Assault weapons ban bill heads to Governor Spanberger's desk

A bill that bans buying, selling and manufacturing assault weapons is now heading to Governor Abigail Spanberger's desk.

Virginia Democrats Approve 'Assault Firearm' Ban

Virginia passes a ban on assault firearms and large-capacity magazines effective July 2026.

An Assault Weapons Ban Is Heading to Spanberger's Desk. Here's What to Expect.

Virginia's assault weapons ban bill is headed to Gov. Spanberger, banning new sales after July 1, 2026.

Virginia assault weapons bill heads to Governors desk

Virginia is another step closer to enacting an assault weapons ban that could go into effect later this year. The Senate has sent a bill to Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s desk that would make it illegal to sell, purchase, import, manufacture or transfer assault weapons in Virginia starting on July 1, with some exceptions. The bill would also make it illegal to sell, transfer or purchase a high-capacity magazine capable of holding more than 15 rounds …