Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7650: 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 7650 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS. Primary sponsor: Stephen Casey (Democratic), Bob Phillips (Democratic), Jay Edwards (Democratic), David Bennett (Democratic), Brian Kennedy (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Doc Corvese (Democratic), David Place (Republican), Deb Fellela (Democratic), Charlene Lima (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 8, 2026): 04/08/2026 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. It would impose criminal penalties for a person to sell or transfer a stun gun to a person under the age of eighteen (18).
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Bob Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Jay Edwards | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 70 |
| David Bennett | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Brian Kennedy | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 38 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| David Place | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 47 |
| Deb Fellela | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 43 |
| 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
- 04/08/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/01/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
- 02/11/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary