S.2155

Permits Rhode Island residents, 21 years of age or older, to carry a concealed handgun, without a permit.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2155 allows residents 21 and older to carry a concealed handgun without a permit, subject to conditions.

Rhode Island S2155 permits residents aged 21 and older to carry a concealed handgun without a permit, provided they meet specific conditions. These include having a certificate of qualification from an NRA instructor or police range officer, a pistol/revolver safety or hunter safety certificate, and a valid photo ID. The bill also prohibits carrying a firearm while delivering, possessing with intent to deliver, or manufacturing a controlled substance. Violations carry penalties including imprisonment and fines.

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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