Why 2/5: The bill's main provisions have a delayed effective date of July 1, 2027, and reviews begin in mid-2026.
This bill requires the Virginia Attorney General to review and potentially revoke recognition of out-of-state concealed handgun permits if their issuing state's requirements are not substantially similar to Virginia's. This change aims to prevent individuals who would be denied a permit in Virginia from legally carrying a concealed handgun in the Commonwealth.
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Senate Conferees: Pekarsky, Surovell, Sturtevant
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Conferees appointed by House
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House Conferees: Helmer, Simon, Wilt
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Conference Report released
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by House (62-Y 33-N 0-A)
Cleared committee (favorable)
Conference report agreed to by Senate (21-Y 18-N 0-A)
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB115)
Enrolled
Enrolled
Passed a chamber
Bill text as passed Senate and House (SB115ER)
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Passed a chamber
Signed by President
Passed a chamber
Signed by Speaker
Enrolled
Enrolled Bill communicated to Governor on March 31, 2026
Sent to the Governor
Governor's Action Deadline 11:59 p.m., April 13, 2026
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Fiscal Impact Statement from Department of Planning and Budget (SB115)
Signed into law
Approved by Governor-Chapter 879 (effective 7/1/2026)