Some thoughts:
1) If the RI Mag Ban was "effective", why is an "Assault" Rifle Ban even necessary? If the RI Mag Ban was NOT effective, then will it be repealed as being ineffective?
2) RI General laws prohibit a "Firearms Registry". Since this AWB requires registration of some firearms, is it not illegal on its face?
3) Article 1, Sec 22 of RI Constitution states (in full): "The right of the People to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed." Is this proposed bill an "infringement" and thus Unconstitutional with respect to the RI Constitution? If a legislator votes for this bill, are they not violating their oath taken as a legislator?