Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill

HB 8071: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS

In committee Last action April 8, 2026: 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study

Plain-language summary

HB 8071 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS. Primary sponsor: Jenni Furtado (Democratic), Casimiro, Brandon Voas (Democratic), Michelle McGaw (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Jason Knight (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Brandon Potter (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.

Sponsors

Primary sponsors: Jenni Furtado (Democratic); Casimiro; Brandon Voas (Democratic); Michelle McGaw (Democratic); and 6 more.