H8068

Specifies that it is unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen (18) to possess a firearm.

Introduced·2/27/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island H8068 makes it unlawful for anyone under 18 to possess a firearm.

Rhode Island H8068 amends the state's General Laws to specify that it is unlawful for any person under the age of eighteen to possess a firearm. Exceptions include minors engaged in lawful hunting under supervision, participating in Reserve Officer Training Corps programs, ceremonial parades, competitive shooting, state militia activities, or basic firearms education programs. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

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 27

House

Introduced, referred to House Judiciary