Rhode Island requires shooting ranges to post suicide prevention helpline signs

Original title: AN ACT RELATING TO CRIMINAL OFFENSES -- WEAPONS (Requires shooting ranges to post signs in any area in which shooting occurs that contain the following language: “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”.)

Last action · June 18, 2026: Signed by GovernorSponsors: Susan Donovan and 9 others

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What This Bill Does

Shooting ranges in Rhode Island are now required to post signs displaying the and text line information in all areas where shooting occurs.

Why it matters

Operators of shooting facilities must install specific mental health crisis signage, connecting participants with support resources during periods of distress.

Who It Affects

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Directly affected

Shooting range operators

Operators must install and maintain specific crisis hotline warning signs in all shooting areas.

Key Facts

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where must the signs be posted at shooting ranges?

Signs must be posted in any area in which shooting occurs.

What specific contact information must appear on the signs?

The signs must list the and instruct users to text HOME to 741741.

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Where This Stands

Current status: Signed into law.

Procedural history

12 actions

Jun 18, 2026Enrolled
Signed by Governor
Jun 16, 2026
Transmitted to Governor
Jun 11, 2026Floor
Senate passed Sub A in concurrence
Jun 11, 2026
Placed on the Senate Consent Calendar (06/11/2026)
Jun 8, 2026Floor
House passed Sub A
Jun 5, 2026
Placed on House Calendar (06/08/2026)

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Jun 3, 2026Floor
Committee recommends passage of Sub A
May 29, 2026
Proposed Substitute
May 29, 2026
Scheduled for consideration (06/03/2026)
Apr 8, 2026
Committee recommended measure be held for further study
Apr 1, 2026
Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (04/08/2026)
Feb 27, 2026Introduced
Introduced, referred to House Judiciary

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