Tag: gun_control
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Virginia Grapples with Legal Battles Over Gun Ban, Marijuana, While Earning Economic Accolades
Virginia faces legal challenges to its new assault weapons ban and questions over marijuana distribution legality. Amidst these, the state celebrates top rankings in workforce training and significant climate funding.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessHealthLaw Enforcement VirginiaGun ControlMarijuana LegalizationWorkforce DevelopmentClimate FundingLegal ChallengesGovernor Abigail SpanbergerVirginia News
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DOJ Sues Virginia Over New "Assault Weapon" Ban, Citing Second Amendment Violations
The U.S. Department of Justice has sued Virginia over its new "assault weapon" ban, effective Wednesday, citing Second Amendment violations amidst legal challenges. Vice President Vance visited NAS Oceana, and Martinsville's former city manager was fired for misconduct.
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Virginia Finalizes Budget, Approves Marijuana Sales, and Navigates Gun Law Changes
Virginia lawmakers finalized the state's $207 billion budget, approved recreational marijuana sales for 2027, and delayed an assault weapons open-carry ban. A judge also blocked a separate assault weapons sales ban, which the Attorney General will appeal.
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Virginia House Advances Budget Compromise Amid Data Center Tax Dispute and Gubernatorial Challenges
Virginia's House passed a budget compromise with Gov. Spanberger's backing, including raises and legal cannabis, but data center tax breaks remain a sticking point. Meanwhile, Lynchburg GOP primary results were voided, and new gun laws face enforcement challenges.
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Virginia Governor Ousts Tech Rector, Faces Gun Law Challenge Amid Economic Downturn
Governor Spanberger removed Virginia Tech rector John Rocovich, who defies the decision. Simultaneously, gun rights groups challenge resumed background checks for private firearm sales, as Virginia faces a projected small recession and increased immigration enforcement.
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Virginia Faces Budget Standoff Amid Key Policy Shifts and Financial Scrutiny
Governor Spanberger warns against budget abuses as Virginia addresses significant unemployment overpayments, resumes private gun sale background checks, and grapples with data center impacts.
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