The bill amends sections 11-47-8 and 11-47-10 of the General Laws in Chapter 11-47, which pertains to weapons regulations in Rhode Island. Key changes include the insertion of new language that allows lawful residents aged twenty-one and older to carry a concealed handgun without a permit, provided they meet specific conditions. These conditions require the individual to not be prohibited from firearm possession, possess a certificate of qualification from an NRA instructor or police range officer, hold a safety certificate recognized by the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, and carry valid photo identification. Additionally, the bill clarifies that no license or permit is required for transporting firearms to and from a target practice range under certain conditions.

The bill also introduces stricter prohibitions on certain firearms and devices. It prohibits the possession of bump-fire devices, binary triggers, ghost guns, and undetectable firearms, with penalties including imprisonment and fines for violations. The language deleted from current law includes the previous requirement for a license or permit for carrying firearms to a target range, which is now replaced with the new provisions. The act is set to take effect upon passage.