H8069

Requires shooting ranges to post signs in any area in which shooting occurs that contain the following language: “WARNING: If you or a loved one is experiencing distress and/or depression, call the 988 Suicide and Crisis hotline or text “HOME” to 741741”.

Complete·6/18/26

Rhode Island H8069 mandates shooting ranges to display warning signs about mental health resources.

Rhode Island H8069 requires shooting ranges to post signs in shooting areas with specific language about mental health resources. The signs must state: “WARNING: If you or a loved one is experiencing distress and/or depression, call the 988 Suicide and Crisis hotline or text “HOME” to 741741”. The signs must be in English and Spanish, with black text on a white background and 36-point font. The act also mandates that shooting range employees receive training on recognizing suicide warning signs. This law takes effect upon passage.

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Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

72 Yea

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0 Nay

3 Not Voting

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Calendar

Jun 3

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Consideration

Apr 8

12:00 AM

House Judiciary Hearing

History

Jun 18

House

Signed by Governor

Jun 16

House

Transmitted to Governor

Jun 11

Senate

Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/11/2026)