S 167·VT·senate
An act relating to prohibiting possession of semiautomatic assault weapons
FailedFiled Jan 6, 2026
Sponsor: Alison Clarkson (D)
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Read 1st time & referred to Committee on Judiciary
Jan 6, 2026
Summary
The bill makes it illegal for anyone in Vermont to own a semiautomatic rifle, pistol, or shotgun that meets specific feature criteria. Violations can result in up to one year in jail, a $500 fine, or both, but law‑enforcement officers and members of the National Guard are exempt. The measure aims to curb gun violence by restricting so‑called assault weapons.
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