S.2306

Permits possession or use of device that muffles sound on any firearm longer than 17” in length and permits the use of such a device by any person while hunting provided that they have a valid hunting license.

Introduced·1/23/26
Introduced Text

Rhode Island S2306 allows the use of sound-muffling devices on firearms longer than 17 inches while hunting, provided the user has a valid hunting.

Rhode Island S2306 amends the state's General Laws to permit the possession and use of devices that muffle the sound of firearms longer than 17 inches during hunting, provided the user holds a valid hunting license. This change applies to both rifles and shotguns. The bill also prohibits any city, town, committee, board, or other state or local agency from enacting rules or regulations that mandate the use of such devices. The act takes effect upon passage.

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Where it stands

Current
Judiciary Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

Senate Committee on Judiciary: Be held for further study

11 Yea

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0 Nay

1 Absent

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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 23

Senate

Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary