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Virginia Police Assure No Door-to-Door Gun Confiscation

4/10/2026

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The Virginia State Police addressed concerns about firearm confiscation tied to Governor Abigail Spanberger's SB 749 gun control bill.
The bill bans certain assault weapons and includes a grandfather clause for current owners.
Virginia State Police Superintendent Col. Jeffrey S. Katz reassured the public on social media that there are no plans for door-to-door confiscation.
The Virginia State Police statement aims to alleviate fears amid rising misinformation about gun rights.

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The Virginia State Police addressed concerns about firearm confiscation tied to Governor Abigail Spanberger's SB 749 gun control bill.
The bill bans certain assault weapons and includes a grandfather clause for current owners.
Virginia State Police Superintendent Col. Jeffrey S. Katz reassured the public on social media that there are no plans for door-to-door confiscation.
The Virginia State Police statement aims to alleviate fears amid rising misinformation about gun rights.