In this PJ Media article, Virginia is poised to enact one of the most sweeping gun control measures in the country as Governor Abigail Spanberger prepares to sign legislation banning many commonly owned firearms.
- Virginia’s Democrat-controlled legislature passed a major gun control bill expected to be signed by Governor Abigail Spanberger.
- The legislation targets many semiautomatic rifles and firearms commonly owned by Americans for lawful purposes.
- Critics say the bill’s broad definitions could affect a wide range of firearms beyond what supporters publicly emphasize.
- Gun rights advocates argue the law would effectively criminalize possession of firearms that have long been legal in Virginia.
- Supporters of the measure claim it is intended to reduce gun violence and improve public safety.
- Opponents say the bill directly challenges Second Amendment protections and will almost certainly face court challenges.
- The law represents a dramatic shift in Virginia policy, which had historically been more protective of gun ownership.
- If signed, Virginia would join several other blue states implementing aggressive restrictions on semiautomatic firearms.
Read the full story: https://pjmedia.com/tim-o-brien/2026/03/11/moderate-gov-abigail-spanberger-expected-to-sign-sweeping-gun-ban-into-law-n4950544



