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RI H8075

RI H8075
Requires individuals who own firearms to obtain and continuously maintain a policy of liability insurance in an amount of not less than $1,000,000 dollars and exempts active duty law enforcement and military from this requirement.


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Introduced
02/27/2026
In Committee
02/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This act would require individuals who own firearms to obtain and continuously maintain a policy of liability insurance in an amount of not less than one million ($1,000,000) dollars. Active duty law enforcement and military are exempt from this requirement. This act would take effect upon passage.

AI Summary

This bill requires individuals who own firearms to obtain and continuously maintain a liability insurance policy of at least $1,000,000 to cover damages from negligent use of the firearm, with failure to do so leading to the revocation of firearm ownership privileges; the owner is considered responsible for lost or stolen firearms until reported to the police, and proof of insurance must be kept where firearms are stored or transported and shown to law enforcement during lawful encounters. This requirement, which takes effect upon passage, exempts active duty law enforcement and military personnel, and the Department of Business Regulation is authorized to create necessary rules and regulations.

Committee Categories

Justice

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Committee recommended measure be held for further study (on 04/08/2026)

Taxonomy

Banking, Finance, and Domestic Commerce
  • ‐ Insurance Regulation
Law, Crime, and Family Issues
  • ‐ Firearms and Gun Control

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Document Type Source Location Created
State Bill Page https://status.rilegislature.gov/ 02/27/2026
BillText https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/HouseText26/H8075.pdf 02/27/2026
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