Assembly Bill 427 aims to enhance firearm regulations on college and university campuses in Wisconsin. The bill repeals the existing trespassing provision related to carrying firearms in posted buildings and introduces a new prohibition against possessing firearms in any publicly or privately owned building on campus or on the grounds of a university or college. Violators of this prohibition would be guilty of a Class A misdemeanor. However, exceptions are made for law enforcement officers, military personnel in the line of duty, individuals leasing non-dormitory residential or business space, participants in approved programs, and those possessing unloaded and encased firearms.

In addition to creating the new statute 941.236, the bill amends several existing statutes to reflect these changes, including provisions related to concealed carry licenses and penalties for firearm violations. Notably, it clarifies that the prohibition on firearm possession does not apply to certain individuals and situations, thereby ensuring that specific rights and responsibilities are maintained. The bill also removes outdated language regarding trespassing and firearm possession in state-owned buildings, streamlining the legal framework surrounding firearm regulations on educational campuses.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 175.60(2g)(a), 175.60, 175.60(5)(a)6, 938.34(14q), 938.34, 938.78(3), 938.78, 939.632(1)(e)3, 939.632, 941.235(1), 941.235, 943.13(1m)(c)4, 943.13, 943.13(1m)(c)5, 943.13(2)(bm)2.am, 968.255(1)(a)2, 968.255, 973.137(1), 973.137