Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 8434: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCING ENHANCEMENT FOR FIREARM RELATED OFFENSES -- NYNY'S LAW
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 8434 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island House on April 10, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL PROCEDURE -- SENTENCING ENHANCEMENT FOR FIREARM RELATED OFFENSES -- NYNY'S LAW. Primary sponsor: Doc Corvese (Democratic), Stephen Casey (Democratic), Joseph Solomon (Democratic), Sam Azzinaro (Democratic), Bob Phillips (Democratic), Earl Read (Democratic), Tom Noret (Democratic), Robert Craven (Democratic), Matthew Dawson (Democratic), Bill O'Brien (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 30, 2026): 04/30/2026 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 for sentencing enhancements for any person using prohibited firearms, being a prohibited person or engaging in certain other firearm related offenses resulting in death and constituting first or second degree murder.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Doc Corvese | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 55 |
| Stephen Casey | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 50 |
| Joseph Solomon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 22 |
| Sam Azzinaro | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 37 |
| Bob Phillips | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 51 |
| Earl Read | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
| Tom Noret | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 25 |
| Robert Craven | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 32 |
| Matthew Dawson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 65 |
| Bill O'Brien | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 54 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/30/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/24/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/30/2026)
- 04/10/2026 Introduced, referred to House Judiciary