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RI S2971
RI S2971Creates 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
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
In Committee
03/04/2026
03/04/2026
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 the "Suicide Prevention--Voluntary Firearm Restrictions Act," which allows individuals to voluntarily add themselves to a list restricting their ability to purchase or possess firearms, either temporarily for 180 days or indefinitely. Individuals can request removal from these lists after a specified waiting period, and their requests cannot be denied. The bill mandates the destruction of all records related to an individual's inclusion on these lists, ensuring they are not accessible to the public or used for future background checks or permit applications. It 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. The Department of Attorney General, along with law enforcement agencies, will manage these lists and the associated processes, including developing forms and verifying identities. Healthcare providers can also facilitate a patient's inclusion on these lists with proper consent and verification.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (9)
Bridget Valverde (D)*,
Jonathon Acosta (D),
Alana DiMario (D),
Dawn Euer (D),
Meghan Kallman (D),
Pam Lauria (D),
Melissa Murray (D),
Linda Ujifusa (D),
Lori Urso (D),
Last Action
Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary (on 03/04/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://status.rilegislature.gov/ |
| BillText | https://webserver.rilegislature.gov/BillText26/SenateText26/S2971.pdf |
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