Rhode Island S2306 allows the use of sound-muffling devices on firearms longer than 17 inches while hunting, provided the user has a valid hunting.

Rhode Island S2306 amends the state's General Laws to permit the possession and use of devices that muffle the sound of firearms longer than 17 inches during hunting, provided the user holds a valid hunting license. This change applies to both rifles and shotguns. The bill also prohibits any city, town, committee, board, or other state or local agency from enacting rules or regulations that mandate the use of such devices. The act takes effect upon passage.

Rhode Island S2306 allows the use of sound-muffling devices on firearms longer than 17 inches while hunting, provided the user has a valid hunting.

Rhode Island S2306 amends the state's General Laws to permit the possession and use of devices that muffle the sound of firearms longer than 17 inches during hunting, provided the user holds a valid hunting license. This change applies to both rifles and shotguns. The bill also prohibits any city, town, committee, board, or other state or local agency from enacting rules or regulations that mandate the use of such devices. The act takes effect upon passage.