Libraries; localities may adopt an ordinance prohibiting firearms, etc. on premises. (SB32)

Introduced By

Sen. Mamie Locke (D-Hampton) with support from co-patron Del. Al Eisenberg (D-Arlington)

Progress

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 Introduced
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 Passed Committee
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 Passed House
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 Passed Senate
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 Signed by Governor
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 Became Law

Description

Control of firearms; libraries. Provides that localities may adopt an ordinance that prohibits firearms, ammunition, or components or combinations thereof in libraries that are owned or operated by the locality. Amends § 15.2-915 (“Control of firearms; applicability to authorities and local governmental agencies.”), of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »

Outcome

Bill Has Failed
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Comments

VACPS, tracking this bill in Photosynthesis, notes:

Defeated in committee

Posted 53 months ago.
Gary Hill writes:

The only people this would affect are law abiding citizens. People who illegally carry would do so regardless of laws. Most people who would be a danger to society don't go to the library anyway. Please don't waste my dollars on this nonsense.

Posted 53 months ago.