Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2056: 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
SB 2056 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 9, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS. Primary sponsor: Sam Zurier (Democratic), Ryan Pearson (Democratic), Tiara Mack (Democratic), Jonathon Acosta (Democratic), Lammis Vargas (Democratic), Pam Lauria (Democratic), Meghan Kallman (Democratic), Ana Quezada (Democratic), Bridget Valverde (Democratic), Dawn Euer (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 2, 2026): 04/02/2026 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.
Disqualifies individuals with prior felony convictions or nolo contendere pleas from purchasing or possessing a firearm. It also prevents the sentencing judge from suspending the first two (2) years of any sentence under limited circumstances.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 10
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sam Zurier | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 3 |
| Ryan Pearson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 19 |
| Tiara Mack | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 6 |
| Jonathon Acosta | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 16 |
| Lammis Vargas | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 28 |
| Pam Lauria | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 32 |
| Meghan Kallman | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Ana Quezada | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 2 |
| Bridget Valverde | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 35 |
| Dawn Euer | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 13 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/02/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 03/27/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/02/2026)
- 01/09/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary