Relating to: containers or trigger locks provided at a firearm sale and providing a penalty.
SB 946 requires firearm sellers in Wisconsin to provide a specific written warning about child access risks and either a secure container or trigger lock during retail sales or transfers. The warning must state: "IF YOU LEAVE A LOADED FIREARM WITHIN THE REACH OR EASY ACCESS OF A CHILD YOU MAY BE FINED OR IMPRISONED OR BOTH..." The bill directly affects retail firearm sellers, mandating these provisions at the point of sale. Violations carry penalties of up to $500 fine, 30 days in jail, or both. The legislation focuses on preventing accidental firearm access by children through mandatory seller actions during transactions.
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Introduction
Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 6, 2026
Last action Mar 30, 2026
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Introduced
Introduced by Senators Larson, Hesselbein, Ratcliff and Roys;
cosponsored by Representatives Subeck, Andraca, Emerson, Sinicki, DeSmidt, Fitzgerald, Goodwin, Joers, Kirsch, Neubauer, Prado, Snodgrass, Spaude, Stubbs and Udell
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Party
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Chris Larson
DDemocratic
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Dianne Hesselbein
DDemocratic
P
Kelda Roys
DDemocratic
P
Melissa Ratcliff
DDemocratic
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