‘Let’s finally get this done’: McKee rallies support for assault weapons ban

‘Let’s finally get this done’: McKee rallies support for assault weapons ban

Gov. Dan McKee joined gun safety advocates and state lawmakers Tuesday to call for the passage of an assault-style weapons ban.

McKee to propose assault weapons ban as part of FY2026 budget

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Governor Dan McKee will make his pitch to ban assault weapons in Rhode Island Tuesday. Governor McKee recently announced he added the assault weapons ban to the 2026 fiscal year budget. That move drew criticism from Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz, who said quote “legislation is crafted and debated by the general assembly.” Governor McKee responded, by telling ABC6, the ban was added as a “financial piece.” Mc…

Gov. McKee and others will call for action on Assault Weapons Ban

Numerous state leaders, including Gov. Dan McKee, will call for action on Tuesday to pass an Assault Weapons ban in Rhode Island.

Rhode Island officials rally for assault weapons ban - What's Up Newp

Governor Dan McKee and Rhode Island state leaders are pushing for an assault weapons ban during this year’s legislative session. McKee, alongside Lt. Governor Sabina Matos, Secretary of State Gregg Amore, General Treasurer James Diossa, lawmakers, and gun safety advocates, announced the initiative in the State Room. The proposed ban aims to prohibit the manufacture, […] The post Rhode Island officials rally for assault weapons ban appeared first…