Contentious Gun Bill Hearing Postponed Again as Firearms Debate Divides Lawmakers and Public

Contentious Gun Bill Hearing Postponed Again

A legislative session to discuss new proposals for certain firearms has been delayed.

A notice of postponement was received for the Committee on Homeland Security, Justice, and Public Safety meeting scheduled for October 17th.

Bill 36-0151

Among the bills on the original agenda was Bill 36-0151, which amends the Virgin Islands Code regarding illegal possession of machine guns and conversion devices.

Since its first hearing, Bill 36-0151 has become one of the most controversial bills introduced in 2025, with intense public opposition.

Public opposition to the measure has been intense and unyielding.

Author's summary: Gun bill hearing postponed due to controversy.

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The Virgin Islands Consortium The Virgin Islands Consortium — 2025-10-15