Rhode Island Kicks Around New Gun Control Ideas

Rhode Island Kicks Around New Gun Control Ideas

Zac K
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Summary

Rhode Island legislators are actively considering several new gun control bills, including H.0873 which would ban possession of previously banned "military-style" firearms without grandfathering, and H.7035 limiting firearm purchases to one per 30 days. Further proposals include mandatory background checks for ammunition and a requirement for a $1 million firearms insurance policy. These bills were read in the House Judiciary Committee on April 8, 2026, and are currently held for further study.

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