Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 7755: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS -- RESPONSIBLE FIREARM PURCHASING ACT
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 7755 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on February 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS -- RESPONSIBLE FIREARM PURCHASING ACT. Primary sponsor: Jason Knight (Democratic), Leo Felix (Democratic), Jennifer Stewart (Democratic), Jose Batista (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Justine Caldwell (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Teresa Tanzi (Democratic), Jennifer Boylan (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.
Changes the application to purchase a firearm. Further, this act would require all persons seeking to possess a firearm except for police and military personnel to complete and pass a basic firearm safety training course.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jason Knight | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
| Leo Felix | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 61 |
| Jennifer Stewart | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 59 |
| Jose Batista | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Justine Caldwell | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 30 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Teresa Tanzi | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 34 |
| Jennifer Boylan | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 66 |
“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)
- 02/12/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary