Legislation banning assault-style weapons is likely headed to the governor’s desk

The last time Democrats were in control of the General Assembly they failed to pass a bill to ban assault-style weapons. Now, the House and Senate have both approved a ban. During a debate on the Senate floor, Republican Senator John McGuire of Goochland County repeatedly implied people have a God-given right to have an assault-style weapon – prompting this exchange with Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell.

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