Library Journal - Virginia Won't Ban Guns from Libraries A Virginia House committee has rejected a bill that would have allowed public libraries to ban guns, with members saying there were not problems cited regarding guns in libraries and that the measure would complicate state laws. According to the Daily Press, bill proponent Del. Mamye BaCote of Newport News argued that kids often go to libraries to do homework. "Libraries are an extension of public schools," she said, "and they should be protected.  ¶ 2/04/2005