The Rhode Island Senate Judiciary Committee votes 8-6 to advance the amended Assault Weapons Ban of 2025, marking a significant legislative shift in the state’s gun control efforts. This historic vote comes as the bill, which targets the sale of certain military-style firearms, heads to the full Senate for consideration, a step that could create new regulations affecting gun ownership in Rhode Island.
The amended bill includes clearer definitions regarding banned weapons, such as semi-automatic rifles and shotguns with large-capacity magazines. Although the legislation has faced criticism from both advocates and opponents, it signals a growing urgency around gun violence in the state. With proponents feeling the bill does not go far enough and opponents arguing it still infringes on rights, the upcoming Senate vote is poised to attract significant attention statewide.
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