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RI H7755

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Jennifer Boylan

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands the 7-day waiting period and application requirements from pistols/revolvers only to all firearms including rifles and shotguns, with purchase applications now requiring serial numbers and firearm type identification

  • Requires firearm purchasers to complete and pass an 8-hour basic firearm safety training course (increased from 2 hours) and a standardized written test, with certificates valid for 5 years

  • Transfers safety training program administration from the Department of Environmental Management to the Office of the Attorney General, which will certify instructors for 10-year terms and maintain approved course lists

  • Mandates training curriculum include live fire training, instruction on deadly force laws, secure storage, conflict resolution, and suicide prevention

  • Exempts active duty military, National Guard members, law enforcement personnel, and holders of concealed carry licenses; allows certificates issued before the effective date to remain valid until January 1, 2031

Legislative Description

Changes the application to purchase a firearm. Further, this act would require all persons seeking to possess a firearm except for police and military personnel to complete and pass a basic firearm safety training course.

Criminal Offenses

Last Action

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

2/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Judiciary2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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