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WI SB368
Bill
Status
Failed
3/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Christopher Larson
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AI Summary
- Requires firearms in residences where children under 18 live or will be present to be stored in a securely locked box, container, locked location, or with a trigger lock engaged
- First violation is a Class A misdemeanor; second or subsequent violations are Class I felonies
- Exempts persons who are actively carrying ("going armed with") the firearm
- Replaces current law that only applied to loaded firearms within reach of children under 14 and required the child to actually obtain the firearm and cause harm or endanger public safety
- Introduced July 9, 2025 and referred to Committee on Licensing, Regulatory Reform, State and Federal Affairs
Legislative Description
Storage of a firearm in a residence if child is present and providing a penalty.
Last Action
Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1
3/23/2026
Committee Referrals
Licensing, Regulatory Reform, State and Federal Affairs7/9/2025
Full Bill Text
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