Rhode Island · 2025 Regular Session · Bill
SB 734: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- ASSAULT WEAPONS
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
SB 734 is a bill introduced in the Rhode Island Senate on March 7, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- ASSAULT WEAPONS. Primary sponsor: Todd Patalano (Democratic), Jessica de la Cruz (Republican), Gordon Rogers (Republican), David Tikoian (Democratic), Frank Ciccone (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (May 10, 2025): 05/10/2025 Meeting postponed (05/14/2025).
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Prohibits sale and possession of assault weapons, as defined and would provide certain exemptions to include law enforcement officers and those individuals legally in possession of any such firearm at the time of passage of this act.
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 3 · Republican 2
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Todd Patalano | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 26 |
| Jessica de la Cruz | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 23 |
| Gordon Rogers | Primary sponsor | Republican | Senate | 21 |
| David Tikoian | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 22 |
| Frank Ciccone | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 7 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- 05/10/2025 Meeting postponed (05/14/2025)
- 05/09/2025 Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration
- 03/07/2025 Introduced, referred to Senate Judiciary