Overview

• On June 20, the Senate voted 25-11 for a bill that prohibits the sale, purchase and manufacture of assault-style weapons while excluding possession.
• The House passed its own version on June 5 that also outlaws possession of a broader list of assault-style firearms, creating a need for reconciliation.
• Gun safety advocates including David Hogg’s coalition press for the stronger House ban and Everytown for Gun Safety praises the Senate compromise.
• The Rhode Island AFL-CIO endorsed the Senate version, citing an AFL-CIO poll showing 64% voter support for banning sales and production of military-style weapons.
• Gov. Dan McKee has voiced support for assault weapons restrictions and is expected to sign the reconciled legislation into law.