News and Politics
Massachusetts Upholds Assault Weapons Ban
For the second time in almost exactly one year the First Circuit U.S. Court of Appeals rejects Second Amendment protection for assault-style weapons and high capacity magazines.
RICAGV Statement on Gun Bills Stalling in House Judiciary Committee
Hearings were held on March 19, 2019 and there appears to be no intention to move these bills to the floor for debate and an up-or-down vote.
Linda Finn Featured on In the Arena with Joe Paolino
Discussions about activism to reduce gun violence in RI with local TV personality and former mayor Joe Paolino.
One Gun Gone at RISD – April 20 – Gun Violence Prevention in Action
Part of RISD Stands Against Gun Violence, this exhibit features works from local students and artists from communities most effected by gun violence.
Amazing Speakers at April Meeting in Cranston
Watch the videos of our featured speakers and how they’re taking on gun violence in our communities.
Concealed Carry Mishaps in Schools
Here we list just SOME of the accidents that have occured in schools with people who have been “certified” to carry concealed.
Wear Orange to the Senate Judiciary Hearings
We really need you tonight! Sign-in, submit written testimony or testify in person for common-sense gun safety.
Portsmouth Town Council Votes Unanimously for Gun Safety Reform
Resolution supports the Safe Schools Act and the Assault Weapon and Large Cap. Magazine Bans.
Linda Finn on Concealed Carry Permit Holders
Linda Finn testifies about the more than 1,200 concealed carry permit holders who have committed crimes across the U.S. since 2007.
Safe Schools Act Gets Overwhelming Support at House Hearings
Broad support for barring concealed carry in K-12 schools from law enforcement and public safety officials.
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17 R.I. Student Actions Since Parkland
Students across RI have been diligently advocating for sensible gun safety reform since the Parkland shooting.
Bus Driver Shot by Concealed Carry Permit Holder with Student on Board
78-year-old school bus driver shot by CCP holder; the 8-year old student on board was not physically injured.
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Concealed Carry Permit Holder Forgets Loaded Gun at High School Basketball Tournament
CCP holding grandfather attending elementary school basketball game forgets loaded handgun at the school. The gun was found in the bleachers by adults who notified police.
Employee with Concealed Carry Permit Forgets Loaded Gun at High School
The employee planned to go target shooting, but forgot to remove the weapon before coming into the school.
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House Rules Hearing Draws Big Crowd
Linda Finn writes in support of rule changes proposed by The Reform Caucus.
RICAGV Supports Reform Caucuses Call for Rule Changes
The first House bill of the year rejects rule changes that would create a legislative transparency.
2018 Year in Review
Rhode Islanders across the state banded together for common-sense reforms.
Congratulations to RICAGV Endorsed Candidates
A great night for common-sense gun safety reform!
Statement on Terror in Pittsburgh
Another massacre with an AR-15 at a synogogue in Pittsburgh.
2018 Election Goals Coming Together
Key partnerships are generating media attention and stirring voters.
Concealed Carry Permit Holding Substitute Teacher Drops Loaded Gun in School Yard
He had received training that included the prohibition of concealed carry on school grounds.
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