News and Events
FBI Data Shows Big Upward Trend in Gun Massacres
The most up-to-date report shows a disturbing upward trend in the number of incidents, deaths and injuries.
15 Representatives on the Fence
The Safe Schools Act and the Assault Weapons Ban are in Jeopardy
Dramatic Rise of Assault Weapons and High Capacity Firearms in Crime
An updated examination of resources reveals dramatic increase in the use of high capacity semiautomatic weapons in crimes overall.
Press Release: Kudos to RI House Judiciary Committe for Extreme Risk Protection Order
This common-sense gun violence reduction measure will move to the floor of the full House for a vote.
RI is Way Out-of-Step When it Comes to Guns in Schools
RI is currently one of only 4 states that generally allow concealed carry in K-12 schools.
Press Release: Applauding Massachusetts Assault Weapon Court Victory
Massachusetts wins in U.S. Court of Appeals, becoming the 5th state to successfully defend an assault weapon ban.
RICAGV Rejects Call to Repeal the Second Amendment
Former Supreme Court Justice Stevens’ call for abolishing the Second Amendment misses the mark.
RI HEARINGS: Senate and House Committees Hearing Testimony on Gun Control
Please help us make a big impact on Tues., March 6, with a large crowd of folks supporting common sense gun control.
Maine Voices: Speaking Out for Common Sense Gun Control
A timely and informative piece from Maine about Second Amendment myths.
Statement on the Parkland, FL Shooting
RICAGV press release following the Parkland, FL high school shooting.
Statement on NRA Involvement in 2016 Election
The RICAGV statement on the McClatchy report regarding the NRA’s involvement in the 2016 election.
RI Judge Upholds RIC’s Firing of Janitor for Carrying a Loaded Gun on Campus
RI Superior Court Judge upholds Rhode Island College decision to fire a longtime employee who brough his gun on campus and then lost it.
Mattiello on the Defense in Debate with Frias
Mattiello tries to take the focus off corruption and ethics.
Dramatic Increase in Gun Lobby Spending in RI
Almost $1M since 2013 – over $150k in 2020 so far!
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- RICAGV launches secure storage and assault weapons ban legislation at “Valentines Not Violence” State House Event February 9, 2024
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