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SB 1046

Relating to: permits for firearms dealers, firearms transactions and safety, firearms crimes, making an appropriation, and providing a penalty. (FE)

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Kristin Dassler-Alfheim and 4 co-sponsors

Wisconsin bill establishing firearms dealer permits, transaction safety requirements, and crime penalties to regulate gun sales and distribution while addressing public safety concerns.

Representative Subeck added as a cosponsor
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Bill Summary · SB 1046

Legislative bill overview

SB 1046 is a Wisconsin bill addressing firearms dealer licensing, firearm transaction regulations, and firearms-related crimes. The bill includes provisions for permit requirements, safety measures, and criminal penalties, along with a fiscal appropriation to support implementation.

Why is this important

Firearms regulation directly affects public safety policy, law enforcement capacity, and gun owners' rights—making it consequential for both crime prevention efforts and Second Amendment protections. The bill's provisions on dealer permits and transaction oversight could significantly reshape how firearms are distributed and tracked in Wisconsin, while also imposing compliance costs on licensed dealers.

Potential points of contention

  • Dealer permit requirements and costs: Opposition may focus on whether new licensing burdens create barriers for legitimate dealers or represent reasonable regulatory oversight for public safety
  • Transaction regulations and background checks: Debate likely centers on what specific transaction restrictions are included and whether they effectively prevent dangerous sales or infringe on lawful purchases
  • Definition and enforcement of firearms crimes: Disagreement may emerge over what conduct is criminalized, penalty severity, and whether provisions target illegal actors or affect lawful gun owners

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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