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WI AB1056
Bill
Status
2/26/2026
Primary Sponsor
Tip McGuire
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AI Summary
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Requires universal background checks for all firearm transfers (not just handguns) through federally licensed dealers, with exceptions for transfers to family members, antique firearms, and temporary loans for hunting/target shooting up to 14 days
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Creates extreme risk protection orders ("red flag" law) allowing law enforcement officers or family/household members to petition courts to temporarily prohibit individuals from possessing firearms if they pose a substantial risk of harm to themselves or others
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Prohibits undetectable "ghost guns" and unserialized firearm frames/receivers, with violations classified as Class G, H, or I felonies depending on the offense
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Appropriates significant funding including $34.2 million for crime victim services, $20 million for community policing/prosecution grants, $14 million for treatment alternatives and diversion programs, $15 million for mental health crisis programs, and $10 million each for violence prevention and law enforcement recruitment/wellness grants
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Increases penalties for illegal firearm possession and straw purchases from Class G to Class F felony for repeat offenses, and elevates witness/victim intimidation from Class A misdemeanor to Class H felony (or Class G felony with aggravating factors)
Legislative Description
Firearm transfers and possession, law enforcement and prosecution, victims and witnesses, obstruction of justice, mental health and substance use services, hate crimes reporting portal, fraud, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)
Last Action
Read first time and referred to Committee on Criminal Justice and Public Safety
2/26/2026