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, of the Code of Virginia. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
- 12/19/2007 Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/09/08 087888256
- 12/19/2007 Referred to Committee on Local Government
- 01/22/2008 Failed to report (defeated) in Local Government (5-Y 10-N) (see vote tally)
Comments
Defeated in committee
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.