Gun legislation this week: 2026-W16 (Apr 13 - Apr 19, 2026)

Enacted (5)

1. Apr 14 KY HB 78 Enacted over veto AN ACT relating to firearms liability protections and declaring an emergency Veto overridden by House and Senate; delivered to Secretary of State (Acts Ch. 177)
2. Apr 14 KY HB 312 Enacted over veto AN ACT relating to concealed firearms and deadly weapons Veto overridden by House and Senate; delivered to Secretary of State (Acts Ch. 173)
3. Apr 13 VA SB 272 Signed into law Firearm or explosive material; exemptions, carrying in public institutions of higher education Approved by Governor, Chapter 644 (effective 7/1/2026)
4. Apr 13 VA HB 901 Signed into law Substantial risk orders; eligible petitioners, court jurisdiction, constr. possession of firearms Approved by Governor, Chapter 698 (effective 7/1/2026)
5. Apr 13 VA HB 110 Signed into law Handguns in unattended motor vehicle; definitions, penalty Approved by Governor, Chapter 560 (effective 7/1/2026)