Another State Passes an Assault Weapon Ban
Rhode Island has passed an assault weapon ban, Senate Bill 0359, which closely mirrors Washington State's legislation. The ban prohibits the manufacture, sale, and transfer of certain semi-automatic rifles, pistols, and shotguns, effective July 1st, 2026. The bill does not include a registration component for lawfully owned firearms prior to the enactment date, unlike the initial House bill. This legislation is expected to significantly impact the FFL industry, particularly small, independently-owned businesses.










