H7755

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.

Introduced·2/12/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H7755 mandates firearm safety training for non-military and non-police firearm purchasers.

Rhode Island H7755 amends firearm purchasing regulations by requiring all individuals, excluding active military and police personnel, to complete and pass a basic firearm safety training course. This act introduces a new application process for firearm purchases, which includes a background check and the submission of personal information. The curriculum for the safety training course includes topics such as firearm handling, child safety, secure storage, federal and state firearm laws, and conflict resolution.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Calendar

Apr 8

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 8

House

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 1

House

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)

Feb 12

House

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary