S.2164

Defines suitable person, establishes reasons for applying for concealed carry permit, establishes what information is required on applications, establishes appeal process for denials, provides that records are not public permits hunting with suppressor.

Introduced·1/16/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2164 amends concealed carry permit laws, defining suitable persons, establishing application reasons, required information, and appeal.

Rhode Island S2164 amends the state's concealed carry permit laws by defining who qualifies as a suitable person for a permit, establishing reasons for applying, and detailing the information required on applications. It sets forth an appeal process for permit denials and ensures that records related to carry permits and appeals are not public. The bill also permits the use of silencers or suppressors for hunting.

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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