Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5891: 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 5891 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 28, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS. Primary sponsor: Jason Knight (Democratic), Susan Donovan (Democratic), Edith Ajello (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.
Disqualifies individuals with prior felony convictions from purchasing or possessing a firearm.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Susan Donovan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 69 |
| Edith Ajello | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 1 |
“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)
- 02/28/2025 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary