S.2153

Allows attorney general to enter into agreements with other states to recognize a concealed handgun permit as valid and authorizes RI to recognize and honor a concealed weapon permit from out of state with certain requirements.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2153 allows the attorney general to recognize concealed handgun permits from other states and permits out-of-state concealed weapon.

Rhode Island S2153 allows the attorney general to enter into agreements with other states to recognize concealed handgun permits as valid. The bill also authorizes Rhode Island to recognize and honor concealed weapon permits from out-of-state residents who are 21 years or older, provided the issuing state offers 24-hour verification and the permit holder carries the permit and a photo ID. Active-duty law enforcement officers with government-issued identification cards are exempt from Rhode Island's concealed carry restrictions. The bill takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

D
1
4
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

11 Yea

DDRDRDDDDRD

0 Nay

1 Absent

D

Calendar

Apr 14

12:00 AM

Senate Judiciary Hearing

History

Apr 14

Senate

Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Apr 10

Senate

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)

Jan 16

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary