Virginia lawmakers reject assault weapon ban

Pro-gun rally at Virginia capital draws thousands of armed protesters

Four moderate Democrats joined Republicans in Monday's committee vote, rejecting legislation that would have prohibited the sale of certain semiautomatic firearms, including popular AR-15 style rifles, and banned the possession of magazines that hold more than 12 rounds. The proposed assault weapon ban has received the most opposition. Gun owners have accused the governor and others of wanting to confiscate commonly owned guns and accessories from law-abiding gun owners. Northam and his allies have said repeatedly they do not want to confiscate guns, but argued that banning new sales of assault weapons and high-capacity magazines would help prevent mass murders.

Lawmakers voted to table the bill Monday with little debate, while noting that there was confusion over what types of guns would constitute an assault weapon.

Im my opinion, it is ridiculous that there are stricter laws concerning motor vehicles than firearms. Like ppl rejected the requirement of reporting a firearm lost or stolen? Are we seriously supposed to brush a lost or stolen firearm under the rug? Thats insane!

it fail just like his infanticide bill. Most people do not own real assault weapons

Sheeple. Pathetic.

The Gov did the right thing. The others love NRA and guns more than they care about victims of Gun Violence. Until it’s in their face and someone they love They wont care. Their Constituents should take note. Owning guns that should only be used by The Military is most important

Gov. Blackface doesn’t get his way, that’s too bad!🤣😂 He can always go kill some babies!!😡😡😡

The black face guy?

Guns are NOT weapons... They BECOME weapons, when used as such.... just like the 14' butcher knife in my kitchen...

Never happen in Virginia. They hunt deer with dogs chasing them to their trucks while they sit on the road getting fatter and more racist .

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