Rhode Island: Oppose S.359

Dear [Lawmaker],

I am writing to respectfully urge you to oppose S.359, the so-called “assault weapons ban,” scheduled for a hearing in the Senate Judiciary Committee on Wednesday, May 14.

This sweeping legislation would ban countless commonly owned semi-automatic firearms, including a wide variety of rifles and even shotguns with fixed magazines that hold more than six rounds—such as those used for snow goose hunting. Labeling these firearms as “assault weapons” is both misleading and dangerous, as it targets law-abiding citizens rather than addressing actual criminal activity.

There is no evidence that these types of firearms are used to commit crimes in Rhode Island. In fact, rifles of any kind are rarely used in criminal acts across the state. This bill will not improve public safety—it will only infringe on the constitutional rights of responsible gun owners.

Please vote NO on S.359 and stand up for the Second Amendment rights of your constituents.

Thank you for all that you do for the great state of Rhode Island.

Sincerely,
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