How Close is Virginia to Complete Disarmament?

Published on February 15, 2026
Duration: 13:05

William Kirk of Washington Gun Law provides an expert analysis of numerous gun control bills progressing through the Virginia legislature. The video details potential bans on assault firearms and standard-capacity magazines, restrictions on unserialized firearms, new taxes on firearms and ammunition, expanded gun-free zones, safe storage mandates, and red flag law expansions. Kirk highlights the urgency for gun owners to be aware of these legislative changes and their potential impact.

Quick Summary

Virginia is facing numerous gun control bills, including potential bans on assault firearms and standard-capacity magazines (HB 217, SB 749), and restrictions on unserialized firearms (HB 40, SB 323). New taxes on firearms and ammunition (SB 763, HB 919) and expanded gun-free zones are also being considered.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Virginia Legislative Update Intro
  2. 00:42Criteria for Bill Inclusion
  3. 01:43Assault Weapon and Magazine Ban
  4. 02:35Ghost Gun Ban
  5. 03:20Firearm and Ammo Excise Tax
  6. 03:43Expanded Gun-Free Zones
  7. 04:03Safe Storage Mandates
  8. 04:36Reciprocity and Facility Bans
  9. 05:43Red Flag Law Expansion
  10. 06:09FFL Restrictions and Liability
  11. 06:55Confiscation and Search Warrants
  12. 08:03Violence Intervention and Buybacks
  13. 09:02Stalled Legislation Update

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key gun control bills being considered in Virginia?

Virginia is considering bills for assault firearm and magazine bans (HB 217, SB 749), ghost gun bans (HB 40, SB 323), firearm/ammo excise taxes (SB 763, HB 919), expanded gun-free zones (SB 727, SB 272, HB 626), and safe storage mandates (SB 748, HB 871).

Will there be a ban on assault weapons and high-capacity magazines in Virginia?

Yes, HB 217 and SB 749 propose an assault firearm and magazine ban effective July 1, 2026. These bills include grandfathering provisions for currently owned items.

What is the status of 'ghost gun' legislation in Virginia?

Virginia is considering HB 40 and SB 323, which target unserialized firearms and unfinished receivers. Unlike some other bans, these bills do not appear to have grandfathering provisions, potentially making current items illegal by July 2026.

Are there new taxes proposed on firearms and ammunition in Virginia?

Yes, SB 763 and HB 919 propose an 11% excise tax on all firearms, ammunition, and components. SB 763 has already passed the Virginia Senate.

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