Virginia bills · 2026 Regular Session
Virginia HB 694
Concealed handgun; carrying without a permit.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became law
Sponsors
- Eric R. Zehr (Republican)
Summary
Official abstract published by the Virginia legislature· SUMMARY AS INTRODUCED
Carrying a concealed handgun; permit not required. Allows any person who is otherwise eligible to obtain a concealed handgun permit to carry a concealed handgun without a permit anywhere he may lawfully carry a handgun openly within the Commonwealth.
Text versions
Roll-call votes
State vote data last updated Oct 15, 2026, 8:04 PM.
| Date | Vote | Result | Your legislators |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2026 House | Tabled in Public Safety | pass | Set your home in Virginia to see |
Actions
- Jan 23, 2026 · House
Tabled in Public Safety (15-Y 7-N) - Jan 13, 2026 · House
Referred to Committee on Public Safety - Jan 13, 2026 · House
Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103559D