News and Politics
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.
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.
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.
Response to Kavanaugh’s Appointment to the U.S. Supreme Court
We are worried about the newest member’s judicial record on gun safety legislation.
RICAGV Celebrates Work at Record Breaking Fundraiser
Record attendance at the RICAGV 5th Annual Fundraiser.
Fifth-Grader Finds School Security Guard’s Loaded Gun in Bathroom
A student found the weapon and reported it to his teacher.
RI’s Young Voices Videos Ask: Isn’t It Time for Common-Sense Gun Laws?
Four new videos by R.I. students working to change the narrative around gun violence prevention.
Motorcyclist Shot in Providence
At least 22 shell casings were found at the scene of a shooting in Providence late Sunday afternoon.
Gun Shots at Pop Warner Football Game
No injuries were reported, however players, ages 7 to 10, cheerleaders as young as 5, and parents were terrified as the shots rang out while teams were on the field.
RICAGV Proud of Primary Election Results
The message was loud and clear: RI stands with FAMILIES not State House bosses.
Congratulations to Our Endorsed Primary Winners!
An amazing night of celebration for true Democrats!
RICAGV 5th Annual Fundraiser
Join us as we celebrate amazing growth and achievements so far in 2018!
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