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Virginia Legislation Aims to Ban Assault-Style Firearms

1/27/2026

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On January 26, 2026, Democratic Sen. Saddam Salim sponsored legislation in the Virginia General Assembly to ban the sale and transfer of assault-style firearms.
The amended Senate Bill 749 imposes a 10-round magazine limit.
The bill prohibits the import, sale, or transfer of assault-style firearms.
The bill does not ban possession of existing firearms.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger expressed support for gun safety measures.

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Story summary

On January 26, 2026, Democratic Sen. Saddam Salim sponsored legislation in the Virginia General Assembly to ban the sale and transfer of assault-style firearms.
The amended Senate Bill 749 imposes a 10-round magazine limit.
The bill prohibits the import, sale, or transfer of assault-style firearms.
The bill does not ban possession of existing firearms.
Gov. Abigail Spanberger expressed support for gun safety measures.