Rhode IslandH80692026 Regular SessionHouse

AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS .

Sponsored By: Susan R. Donovan (Democratic)

Signed by Governor

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New suicide-prevention rules at ranges

Shooting ranges must post a clear suicide-warning sign anywhere people shoot. Each sign is at least 8.5 by 11 inches, black text on white, with letters at least 36-point. The sign must show this in English and Spanish: "WARNING: If you or a loved one is experiencing distress and/or depression, call the 988 Suicide and Crisis hotline or text 'HOME' to 741741." Signs must be easy to see and cannot be removed or covered. Membership ranges must keep a member or staff with any non-member at all times, including while shooting. Starting January 1, 2027, every range employee must complete suicide-awareness training approved by the Department of Health. The Department of Environmental Management and the Department of Health issue rules to carry this out. The law takes effect now.

Sponsors & Cosponsors

Sponsor

Susan R. Donovan
Democratic • House

Cosponsors

Karen Alzate
Democratic • House
Jennifer Boylan
Democratic • House
Julie A. Casimiro
Democratic • House
Terri Cortvriend
Democratic • House
Cherie L. Cruz
Democratic • House
Jenni A. Furtado
Democratic • House
Brandon C. Potter
Democratic • House
June Speakman
Democratic • House
Teresa A. Tanzi
Democratic • House

Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 72 • No: 0

House vote • 6/8/2026

CRIMINAL OFFENSES - WEAPONS PASSAGE