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Several additional proposals are expected soon

Updated: Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013, 7:13 PM EST
Published : Wednesday, 27 Feb 2013, 11:47 AM EST

Reporting By Kathryn Sotnik

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) -- A lobbyist for the National Rifle Association and a captain with the Rhode Island State Police have briefed state lawmakers on firearm policies ahead of what's shaping up to be a significant debate on the issue of gun control.

Wednesday's meeting comes as lawmakers begin to consider legislative responses to the December school shooting in Newtown, Conn., in which 20 first-graders and six educators were killed.

On Tuesday gun control advocates announced legislation that would require firearm owners to register with local police and pay a $100 registration fee.

Several additional proposals are expected soon -- the result of discussions between the state law enforcement, the governor and state lawmakers.

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