SB 946 Rhode Island Senate · 2025 Regular Session

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS

SB 946 makes it unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen to possess a firearm. However, the bill outlines specific exceptions where minors are permitted to possess or use firearms. These exceptions include participation in supervised activities such as lawful hunting, competitive shooting, or firearms education programs, and use at approved camps or rifle ranges when accompanied by a parent, guardian, or supervising adult. Minors may also transport an unloaded firearm in a suitable case to and from these locations when accompanied by an adult.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 4, 2025 Last action May 8, 2025
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May 8, 2025
Committee
05/08/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
legislature
Apr 4, 2025
Introduced
04/04/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary
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