Virginia · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 694: Concealed handgun; carrying without a permit.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 694 is a bill introduced in the Virginia House on January 13, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Concealed handgun; carrying without a permit. Primary sponsor: Eric Zehr (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 23, 2026): Tabled in Public Safety (15-Y 7-N).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
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.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eric Zehr | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 51 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Tabled in Public Safety (15-Y 7-N)
- Referred to Committee on Public Safety
- Prefiled and ordered printed; Offered 01-14-2026 26103559D