Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
HB 5933: 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 5933 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: Jay Edwards (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Pat Serpa (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Jon Brien (Independent), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Charlene Lima (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.
Provides that any person eighteen (18) years of age who is issued a license or permit may carry a stun gun.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 6 · Independent 1 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Pat Serpa | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 27 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Jon Brien | Primary sponsor | Independent | House | 49 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Charlene Lima | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 14 |
“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