We can't let RI's 'assault weapons' ban become the US gun seizure blueprint
Rhode Island lawmakers are advancing a proposed ban on commonly owned semi-automatic firearms through SB 2710, which would make possession of such weapons illegal. The bill does not specify how the state would enforce the ban or handle firearms currently in legal possession. Critics argue the lack of clarity opens the door to forced confiscation and undermines constitutional rights.
- ▪Rhode Island's SB 2710 would ban possession of many commonly owned semi-automatic rifles, pistols, and shotguns.
- ▪The bill does not outline how the state would enforce the ban or manage firearms that would become illegal overnight.
- ▪Lawful gun owners would be forced to sell their firearms by year-end, likely at a financial loss, under the proposed law.
- ▪The legislation also includes proposals to require gun owners to carry million-dollar liability insurance policies.
- ▪Critics argue these measures could effectively price average Americans out of gun ownership.
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Opinion We can't let RI's 'assault weapons' ban become the US gun seizure blueprint Rhode Island bill is silent on how the state would handle firearms it makes illegal overnight By John Commerford Fox News Published May 4, 2026 5:00am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Fox News Flash top headlines for April 30 Fox News Flash top headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Rhode Island lawmakers are back at it — pushing a sweeping gun ban that should set off alarm bells far beyond the Ocean State.
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