2023 Regular SessionRhode Island Legislature

S0379: Assault Weapons

Legislative Summary

Bans the possession, sale, and transfer of assault weapons. Possession of assault weapons owned on the effective date of this act would be "grandfathered". Violations are punishable by a fine or imprisonment.

Bill History

2/16/2023
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
Senate
4/14/2023
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
Senate
4/17/2023
Meeting postponed (04/18/2023)
Senate
4/19/2023
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/25/2023)
Senate
4/25/2023
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Senate

Status Information

Current Status
Introduced(2/16/2023)
Chamber
Senate
Committee
Judiciary(Senate)
Sine DiePrior Session

Documents

Introduced
Bill Text2/16/2023150.6 KB