Senate of Virginia: Senate Chamber on 2026-02-10 [Finished]

Senate of Virginia · February 10, 2026

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Opening remarks and start of debate on substantial risk orders (SB 495)

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Chair recognizes Senator from King George who speaks against aspects of the bill, arguing the bill permits ex parte petitions that can lead to law enforcement entering homes and seizing firearms before the subject can appear in court. He framed the core objection as lack of due process and gave examples (allegations by estranged spouses).

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Virginia Senate session on Feb. 10, 2026, advanced numerous bills to engrossment and passed several on final passage, including measures on substantial risk orders, contraception rights, and a study of de-icing alternatives; senators debated due process, public-safety tradeoffs and the scope of gubernatorial appointment confirmations.

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