What does Preamble of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This bill is formally titled 'To reform Federal firearms laws, and for other purposes'.

What does FIREARMS TRANSFERS. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section amends title 18, United States Code, section 922 to restrict firearm transfers between unlicensed individuals. It establishes that an unlicensed person generally cannot transfer a firearm to another unlicensed person unless a licensed dealer first takes possession of the firearm. Licensed dealers must comply with chapter requirements as if transferring from their inventory during these facilitated transfers. Exceptions to the restriction include transfers to law enforcement, spouses, family members, executors, those preventing imminent harm, transfers approved by the Attorney General, and temporary transfers under specific conditions (e.g., at a shooting range or for hunting). The Attorney General is authorized to implement the subsection through regulations, but these regulations cannot require licensees to facilitate transfers or require unlicensed persons to keep records. Licensed importers, manufacturers, and dealers must provide a notice of the prohibition and obtain a certification from the recipient when transferring firearms to unlicensed individuals. The amendment will take effect 180 days after the Act's enactment.

What does HANDGUN SALES. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, to limit handgun purchases. Generally, it prohibits individuals who are not licensed importers, manufacturers, or dealers from purchasing more than one handgun within a 30-day period. Exceptions to this limitation include individuals with a certificate from a law enforcement agency after passing an enhanced background check. Other exceptions apply to law enforcement agencies, members of the Armed Forces acting within their duties, state or local correctional facilities, licensed private security companies, and purchases of antique firearms or those listed as curio or relics. The amendment will take effect 180 days after the date of enactment of this Act.

What does GHOST GUNS. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 922(p) of title 18, United States Code, regarding firearms. It establishes prohibitions on manufacturing, importing, selling, shipping, delivering, possessing, transferring, or receiving firearms that are not detectable by walk-through metal detectors or common security screening devices like X-ray machines. It prohibits knowingly possessing firearms or frames/receivers without a valid serial number. It restricts the import, purchase, sale, or transfer of unfinished frames or receivers unless they are firearms with a valid serial number. It prohibits manufacturing or assembling firearms without a valid serial number. The term 'Security Exemplar' is defined as an object fabricated at the direction of the Attorney General for testing and calibrating metal detectors. The amendments will take effect one year after the date of enactment of this Act.

What does ASSAULT WEAPONS. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Title 18, United States Code, to define 'assault weapon' based on specific firearm characteristics. The definition of 'assault weapon' includes semi-automatic center-fire rifles and pistols meeting certain criteria, such as magazine capacity, detachable magazine capability, and specific features like folding stocks or threaded barrels. The definition also includes semi-automatic shotguns with specific features and firearms capable of accepting belt ammunition. Certain firearms are excluded from the definition, including antique firearms, permanently inoperable firearms, and those manually operated. This section modifies existing provisions related to firearms possession and penalties, including those concerning machineguns, to now also include 'assault weapons'. It prohibits individuals under 18 years of age from possessing assault weapons, with specific exceptions for situations like being at home with parental consent, lawful hunting with an adult, or official law enforcement/military duties. Violations of the prohibition on possession of assault weapons by individuals under 18 are subject to fines and imprisonment. The amendments made by this section will take effect one year after the date of enactment of the Act.

What does DEFINITIONS. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section defines terms used within the title of the legislation. An 'eligible entity' is either a State or Indian Tribe that enacts specific legislation (section 203), receives Attorney General approval of that legislation, and certifies specific grant usage and training allocations, or a local government/entity located within a qualifying State/Tribe that also certifies grant usage and training allocations. An 'extreme risk protection order' is a court order aimed at reducing firearm-related death or injury by prohibiting an individual from possessing firearms or requiring their surrender. The definition of 'firearm' references section 921 of title 18, United States Code. The definition of 'Indian Tribe' references section 1709 of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968. A 'law enforcement officer' is a public servant authorized to engage in or supervise crime prevention, detection, investigation, or prosecution, or to supervise sentenced offenders. A 'petitioner' is an individual authorized by State or Tribal law to request an extreme risk protection order. The term 'State' includes States, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and other U.S. territories. The definition of 'unit of local government' references section 901 of title I of the Omnibus Crime Control and Safe Streets Act of 1968.

What does EXTREME RISK PROTECTION GRANT PROGRAM. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section establishes an Extreme Risk Protection Grant Program administered by the Director of the Office of Community Oriented Policing Services. The program provides grants to eligible entities to assist in implementing legislation described in section 203. Funds can be used to enhance law enforcement and court capacity, train personnel to identify individuals posing a risk, develop protocols for extreme risk protection orders, and raise public awareness. Applicants for grants must submit an application to the Attorney General. States and Indian Tribes that have enacted legislation described in section 203 will receive affirmative preference for discretionary grants from 2024 through 2028. The section authorizes appropriations to carry out the program.

What does NATIONAL EXTREME RISK PROTECTION ORDER LAW. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section outlines requirements for legislation establishing extreme risk protection orders. An application for an extreme risk protection order can be submitted to a State or Tribal court by a petitioner, including a law enforcement officer. The individual named in the application must receive written notice, an opportunity to be heard, and an opportunity to voluntarily surrender firearms. A court must hold a hearing within 30 days of the application and may issue an order if it finds, by a preponderance of the evidence, that the individual poses a danger. Extreme risk protection orders are in effect until terminated or superseded by a court order or a specified date. If the court finds the individual does not pose a substantial risk, firearms must be returned. Courts may issue ex parte orders before a hearing if there is reasonable cause to believe the individual poses an imminent danger. Individuals subject to an order must surrender or transfer firearms to law enforcement or a third party; law enforcement can remove firearms if necessary. Firearms removed or surrendered are held by law enforcement until the individual regains eligibility to possess them. States and Tribes must notify the Department of Justice of extreme risk protection orders, and the Department of Justice must update the National Instant Criminal Background Check System.

What does FEDERAL FIREARMS PROHIBITION. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section amends Section 922 of title 18, United States Code, related to firearms prohibitions. It adds a new category of prohibited persons: those subject to a court order prohibiting firearm possession based on a finding of danger to self or others, ensuring due process rights. The amendment modifies existing paragraphs (10) and (11) within subsection (d) and adds a corresponding provision to subsection (g). It also updates Section 3(1) of the NICS Improvement Amendments Act of 2007 to reflect the changes made to Section 922(g).

What does FULL FAITH AND CREDIT. of Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026 do?

This section addresses the recognition of extreme risk protection orders issued under state or tribal law. An extreme risk protection order issued in accordance with the title is to be given full faith and credit by courts in another state or Indian Tribe. The enforcing State or Indian Tribe's courts and law enforcement personnel are responsible for enforcing these orders.

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Virginia Plan to Reduce Gun Violence Act of 2026

Last updated: 4/16/2026 · Introduced: 4/16/2026

Author: Timothy Kaine (D-VA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill restricts firearm transfers between unlicensed individuals, requiring a licensed dealer to facilitate such transfers, with certain exceptions.
It limits handgun purchases to one per person within a 30-day period, with exceptions for law enforcement and those who pass an enhanced background check.
The bill prohibits the manufacture, import, sale, or possession of firearms that are undetectable by metal detectors or X-ray machines, as well as those without a valid serial number.
It establishes a grant program to assist states and Indian tribes in implementing extreme risk protection order laws, which allow courts to prohibit individuals from possessing firearms if they pose a danger to themselves or others.
The bill also prohibits individuals subject to certain court orders, such as those for domestic violence or stalking, from possessing firearms, and requires individuals to report lost or stolen firearms to law enforcement within 48 hours.

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