A bill to ban the sale of so-called “assault weapons” and high-capacity magazines is back in the Virginia General Assembly after being vetoed twice by outgoing Governor Glenn Youngkin. Democrats have now reintroduced the legislation ahead of Governor-elect Abigail Spanberger’s inauguration this Saturday. The measure would make selling, importing, or transferring what some describe as “assault firearms” and large-capacity magazines manufactured after July 1 a Class 1 misdemeanor. Supporters say the bill aims to reduce mass shootings, while opponents stress Second Amendment rights.
