Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 138: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 138 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 31, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS. Primary sponsor: Walter Felag (Democratic), Sue Sosnowski (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), John Burke (Democratic), Thomas Paolino (Republican), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic), Lou Raptakis (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 14, 2025): 05/14/2025 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.
Increases sentences for carrying a stolen firearm when committing a crime of violence and for possessing a stolen firearm. Requires that a person convicted of these offenses serve a period of time in which they would not be eligible for parole/ probation.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 8 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walter Felag | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 10 |
| Sue Sosnowski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 37 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/14/2025 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 05/09/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (05/14/2025)
- 01/31/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary