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WI AB632

WI AB632
Defining muzzle-loading firearm for hunting purposes.


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Introduced
11/08/2023
In Committee
02/15/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/15/2024

Introduced Session

2023-2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

This bill defines “muzzle-loading firearm,” as that term applies to hunting, to mean a firearm that shoots a projectile loaded exclusively from the muzzle. Current law authorizes the use of muzzle-loading firearms for certain hunting activities but does not define “muzzle-loading firearm.” Administrative rules promulgated by the Department of Natural Resources provide that, during a hunt that is restricted to muzzle-loading firearms, no person may use a firearm other than one with a solid breech plug attached with threads and that is capable of being loaded only from the muzzle.

AI Summary

This bill defines "muzzle-loading firearm" for the purpose of hunting in Wisconsin. It specifies that a muzzle-loading firearm is one that shoots a projectile loaded exclusively from the muzzle. The current law authorizes the use of muzzle-loading firearms for certain hunting activities but does not define the term. This bill provides a clear definition of "muzzle-loading firearm" in the statutes and administrative code, which will help clarify the type of firearms that can be used during muzzle-loader only hunting seasons.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry

Sponsors (18)

Last Action

Failed to pass pursuant to Senate Joint Resolution 1 (on 04/15/2024)

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