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VA HB694

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Eric Zehr

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Allows any person who may lawfully carry a handgun openly in Virginia to carry a concealed handgun without obtaining a permit
  • Eliminates the requirement to complete firearms training or meet other concealed handgun permit application requirements for those who qualify
  • Applies only to individuals who are otherwise qualified under existing law to obtain a concealed handgun permit
  • Amends § 18.2-308 of the Code of Virginia by adding a new exemption (subdivision C 11) to the concealed weapons prohibition
  • Introduced January 14, 2026 by Delegate Zehr; committee referral pending

Legislative Description

Concealed handgun; carrying without a permit.

Last Action

Tabled in Public Safety (15-Y 7-N)

1/23/2026

Committee Referrals

Public Safety1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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