Senate Bill 49 seeks to repeal an existing administrative rule established by the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) that prohibits the possession or control of firearms while on the waters, banks, or shores of Wisconsin's inland and outlying waters. This rule, specifically s. NR 20.05 (2), restricts individuals from having firearms in areas designated for fishing, thereby impacting the rights of individuals who may wish to carry firearms in these locations.

The bill is introduced in accordance with s. 227.26 (2) (f) of the statutes, following the Joint Committee for Review of Administrative Rules' decision to suspend the aforementioned rule on December 17, 2024. By repealing this rule, the bill aims to align state regulations with the interests of individuals who may want to possess firearms while engaging in fishing activities. The act will take effect as outlined in s. 227.265.