The proposed "permitless gun carry" bill would wipe out our current, reasonable regulations of public gun carrying.
Permitless gun carrying puts everyone in the community at risk by allowing just about anyone to carry a loaded gun in public places, no questions asked.
Specifically, this dangerous bill would:
• Eliminate the current requirement for training and a background check prior to carrying a concealed weapon
• Eliminate Wisconsin’s current gun-free school zones law, allowing guns on school grounds and in school buildings unless signs have been posted
• Mandate that schools must allow guns in cars parked or traveling on school property
• Reduce the penalty for illegally carrying firearms in school zones from a felony to a misdemeanor or a fine
• Reduce the minimum age requirement to conceal and carry a loaded weapon from 21 to 18
Wisconsinites know that permitless carry is a bad idea. A January 2017 poll conducted by Survey USA found that 91% of Wisconsinites – including 86% of gun owners – support the current law requiring a mandatory permitting process that includes background checks and training.
We cannot sit back and let the NRA and their pals in the Wisconsin Legislature push through reckless laws. We need people in Wisconsin to speak out for a safer, saner state. Take action to join the growing chorus of voices demanding that our elected officials do all that they can to reduce gun violence, protect our Children and save lives.
