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reputation as a gunrunning state was tarnishing the state’s image. The bill also highlighted the fact that something had to be done to reassure the public that handgun violence and the proliferation of handguns can be controlled.
Lawmakers also have endorsed other measures to crack down on criminals buying guns such as requiring those seeking a Virginia driver s license to show proof of residency and increasing penalties for buying guns for illegal purposes.
Wilder seemed pleased with the House and Senate votes. “While the legislation voted on by the full House and Senate Committee differ somewhat, the bottom line is the same,” Wilder said. “There will now be limits to handgun purchases in Virginia, and that number is one per month.”
Gun control advocates heralded the bill’s approval in the House and in the Senate. "This really shows that bipartisan support is out there,” said Richard Parsons, a lobbyist with Handgun Control Inc.
On the other side, officials with the National Rifle Association denounced both bills.
Thomas Williams
named to board
Staunton - The Virginia State Horticultural Society Board of Directors installed officers for 1993 at its organizational meeting held in conjunction with the 97th Annual Meeting in Richmond.
Two new representatives were elected to the Board of Directors by the general membership during the business session at the Annual Meeting. Elected were John E. Crumpacker of Mt. Jackson as Member At Large and Thomas V. Williams of Flint Hill representing the Northern Piedmont District.
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