Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5654: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 5654 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 26, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS. Primary sponsor: Jason Knight (Democratic), Rebecca Kislak (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Lauren Carson (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (Democratic), Tina Spears (Democratic), Carol McEntee (Democratic), Kathleen Fogarty (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 26, 2025): 03/26/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits local licensing authorities from issuing a concealed carry permit to out of state residents based on permits issued by authorities from other states or subdivisions.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Rebecca Kislak | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 4 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Lauren Carson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 75 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
| Tina Spears | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 36 |
| Carol McEntee | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 33 |
| Kathleen Fogarty | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 35 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 03/26/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/12/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/26/2025)
- 02/26/2025 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary