Spanberger Signs AR-15 Ban, Then Immediately Says the Quiet Part Out Loud
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has signed a law banning the purchase, sale, and transfer of certain firearms, including AR-15s, effective July 1, 2026. The legislation, which carries a Class 1 misdemeanor penalty for violations, has already faced legal challenges from the National Rifle Association and other groups. Spanberger's comments following the signing may complicate the law's defense in court, as they suggest it could impact commonly used hunting firearms.
- ▪The new law bans the purchase, sale, and transfer of certain firearms, including AR-15s, starting July 1, 2026.
- ▪Violators of the law will face a Class 1 misdemeanor charge.
- ▪The National Rifle Association has filed lawsuits against the new legislation.
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Spanberger Signs AR-15 Ban, Then Immediately Says the Quiet Part Out Loud By Teri Christoph | 9:03 PM on May 18, 2026 The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. AP Photo/Stephanie Scarbrough, File On Thursday, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger signed into law a ban on so-called "assault weapons," and beginning July 1, 2026, this new law will ban the purchase, sale, and transfer of certain firearms, including AR-15s. Anyone caught engaging in such activity will face a Class 1 misdemeanor charge.
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