Introduction Over the years, testimony and discussion at firearms-related hearings in Rhode Island have frequently relied on a wide range of statistics drawn from multiple sources, often producing inconsistent or conflicting conclusions. In February 2026, Para Bellum Provisions—working in coordination with a Rhode Island attorney—initiated a formal effort to establish a clear and factual understanding…
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