Rhode Island · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
SB 2395: 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 2395 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on January 30, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS. Primary sponsor: Thomas Paolino (Republican), Lou Raptakis (Democratic), Todd Patalano (Democratic), Pete Appollonio (Democratic), David Tikoian (Democratic), Stefano Famiglietti (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic), John Burke (Democratic), Andrew Dimitri (Democratic), Brian Thompson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 14, 2026): 04/14/2026 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.
Allows a person over 18 to purchase a stun gun or electronic dart gun and prohibits the sale of a stun gun or electronic dart gun to a person under 18 and criminalizes using a stun gun or electronic dart gun in a crime or against a police officer.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 9 · Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Paolino | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 17 |
| Lou Raptakis | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 33 |
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Pete Appollonio | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 29 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Stefano Famiglietti | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 4 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
| John Burke | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 9 |
| Andrew Dimitri | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 25 |
| Brian Thompson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 20 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 04/14/2026 Committee recommended measure be held for further study
- 04/10/2026 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/14/2026)
- 01/30/2026 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary