WV: Machine Gun Bill STOPPED in Senate – There Is Still a Path Forward

Summary

West Virginia's Senate Bill 1071, known as the Public Defense and Provisioning Act, was stopped in the Senate despite passing the Judiciary Committee. Sponsored by Sen. Chris Rose (R) and supported by Gov. Patrick Morrisey, the bill aimed to allow the state to transfer machine guns to qualified citizens. While Senate President Randy Smith (R) prevented its advancement, its proponents, including GOA, believe its language can still be introduced in the House as an amendment to another bill, urging citizens to contact legislators.