AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS
SB 142 would allow Rhode Island residents aged 21 or older to carry a concealed handgun without needing a state-issued permit, provided they are not otherwise prohibited from owning a firearm. To qualify, individuals must possess a valid certificate of shooting proficiency and a pistol/revolver or hunter safety certificate. They must also carry a valid government-issued photo identification and present it upon demand by law enforcement.
Bill status
died
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2025
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 31, 2025
Last action May 14, 2025
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Full legislative history
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Total actions
3
Key actions
0
Committee
1
May 14, 2025
Committee
05/14/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
legislature
Jan 31, 2025
Introduced
01/31/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
upper
5 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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