SB 272 - Prohibits the Possession of a Firearm in Certain Public Buildings - Virginia Key Vote
Timeline
- House Bill Passed
- Feb. 16, 2026
- Senate Bill Passed
- Feb. 9, 2026
- Introduced
- Jan. 12, 2026
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Stage Details
Title: Prohibits the Possession of a Firearm in Certain Public Buildings
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the possession of a firearm in certain public buildings, including institutions of higher education, in Virginia.
Highlights:
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Prohibits the carry of a firearm or explosive material within the Capitol Square and buildings owned or leased by the state (Sec. 1).
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Increases the period of imprisonment or commitment due to violation of this act (Sec. 2).
Title: Prohibits the Possession of a Firearm in Certain Public Buildings
Vote Smart's Synopsis:
Vote to pass a bill that prohibits the possession of a firearm in certain public buildings, including institutions of higher education, in Virginia.
Highlights:
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Prohibits the carry of a firearm or explosive material within the Capitol Square and buildings owned or leased by the state (Sec. 1).
-
Increases the period of imprisonment or commitment due to violation of this act (Sec. 2).
Title: Prohibits the Possession of a Firearm in Certain Public Buildings