SB78Introduced in the Senate
Firearms-related offenses; increases mandatory minimum sentence, penalty.
Introduced by Danny Diggs, District 24
What does this bill do?
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Official description
Firearms-related offenses; mandatory minimum sentences; penalty. Increases from five to 10 years for a second or subsequent offense the mandatory minimum sentence for use or display of a firearm during the commission of certain felonies.
Where it stands
Passed by indefinitely in Courts of Justice (9-Y 5-N)
January 26, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
SenateStage: Passed by indefinitely in Courts of Justice (9-Y 5-N) · January 26, 2026
9
Yes
5
No
1
Absent or Not Voting
15 senators recorded in this Senate vote. Colors show vote categories only, not whether a vote was good or bad.
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| Senator | District | Vote |
|---|---|---|
| Mark Obenshain | 2 | No |
| William Stanley | 7 | No |
| Mark Peake | 8 | No |
| Creigh Deeds | 11 | Yes |
| Glen Sturtevant | 12 | No |
| Lashrecse Aird | 13 | Yes |
| Lamont Bagby | 14 | Yes |
| Richard Stuart | 25 | Absent |
| Ryan McDougle | 26 | No |
| Russet Perry | 31 | Yes |
Bill history
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26100465D
Referred to Committee for Courts of Justice
Fiscal Impact statement From VCSC (1/6/2026 2:15 pm)
Passed by indefinitely in Courts of Justice (9-Y 5-N)
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