RI H7761 | 2018 | Regular Session

Status

Spectrum: Partisan Bill (Democrat 5-0)
Status: Introduced on February 28 2018 - 25% progression, died in committee
Action: 2018-04-24 - Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Pending: House Judiciary Committee
Text: Latest bill text (Introduced) [PDF]

Summary

Raises the age to purchase or possess a rifle or shotgun from 18 years of age to 21 years of age, "grandfathers" current ownership by persons under 21 years of age, and makes an exemption for police and military.

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Title

Weapons

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History

DateChamberAction
2018-04-24HouseCommittee recommended measure be held for further study
2018-04-18HouseScheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/24/2018)
2018-02-28HouseIntroduced, referred to House Judiciary

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