Place of religious worship; carrying dangerous weapon. (HB373)
Introduced By
Del. John McGuire (R-Glen Allen) with support from co-patron Del. Mark Cole (R-Fredericksburg)
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
Carrying dangerous weapon to place of religious worship. Repeals the code section related to carrying dangerous weapons in places of worship. Read the Bill »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
History
| Date | Action |
|---|---|
| 01/02/2020 | Committee |
| 01/02/2020 | Prefiled and ordered printed; offered 01/08/20 20104807D |
| 01/02/2020 | Referred to Committee on Public Safety |
| 01/20/2020 | Assigned PS sub: Firearms |
| 01/21/2020 | Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (5-Y 3-N) |
| 02/11/2020 | Left in Public Safety |
Comments
In light of the recent shooting in the church in Texas this bill makes perfect sense. As it is right now, churches who have armed security are in violation of Virginia law and that needs to be changed. In today's hostile environment parishioners should have the right to protect themselves. This is a badic fundamental right