HB1427Introduced in the House of Delegates
Handguns; limitation on purchases, exemption.
Introduced by Tim Griffin, District 53
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Purchase of handguns; limitation on handgun purchases. Removes the prohibition on any person who is not a licensed firearms dealer from purchasing more than one handgun in a 30-day period. Current law makes it a Class 1 misdemeanor for a violation of this provision, subject to certain exceptions.
Where it stands
Left in Committee Public Safety
February 18, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
House of DelegatesStage: Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (7-Y 3-N) · February 5, 2026
7
Yes
3
No
0
Absent or Not Voting
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What do people think?
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See how each delegate voted
| Delegate | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Adele McClure | 2 | Yes |
| Alfonso Lopez | 3 | Yes |
| Dan Helmer | 10 | Yes |
| Delores Oates | 31 | No |
| Tony Wilt | 34 | No |
| Eric Zehr | 51 | No |
| Debra Gardner | 76 | Yes |
| Kimberly Pope Adams | 82 | Yes |
| Nadarius Clark | 84 | Yes |
| Michael Feggans | 97 | Yes |
Bill history
Presented and ordered printed 26104865D
Referred to Committee on Public Safety
Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (HB1427)
Assigned HMPPS sub: Firearms
Subcommittee recommends laying on the table (7-Y 3-N)
Left in Committee Public Safety
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