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RI H7636
RI H7636Creates process for individual to voluntarily be either temporarily or indefinitely added to a list restricting their rights to purchase or possess firearms. Adds civil fines and misdemeanor for violations.
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Introduced
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
In Committee
02/11/2026
02/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This act would create a process for an individual to voluntarily be either temporarily or indefinitely added to a list restricting their rights to purchase or possess firearms as well as to request removal from the restricted list. The act would further require that all individual records related to the person's inclusion on the list would be destroyed and not subject to the access to public records act. Additionally, the act would also impose a twenty-five dollar ($25.00) fine for firearm possession by a person on a restricted list and make it a misdemeanor for adding or attempting to add a person to either restricted list without their knowledge. This act would take effect upon passage.
AI Summary
This bill establishes a voluntary system for individuals to restrict their own firearm rights, allowing them to be temporarily (for 180 days) or indefinitely placed on a list that prohibits them from purchasing or possessing firearms. The process involves submitting a form to law enforcement or a healthcare provider, who then forwards it to the Department of Attorney General. Individuals can request removal from the list after a specified period (30 days for temporary, 90 days for indefinite), and their requests cannot be denied. Importantly, all records related to an individual's inclusion on these lists will be destroyed and are not subject to public access laws, and their participation will not be used for future background checks or concealed carry permit applications. The bill also imposes a $25 civil fine for possessing a firearm while on a restricted list and makes it a misdemeanor to add someone to these lists without their knowledge.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (10)
Jennifer Boylan (D)*,
Edith Ajello (D),
Jose Batista (D),
Justine Caldwell (D),
Julie Casimiro (D),
Robert Craven (D),
Matthew Dawson (D),
Leo Felix (D),
Jason Knight (D),
Earl Read (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary (on 02/11/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H7636.pdf |
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