Wisconsin: Emergency Rules for Right-to-Carry Approved

Published on October 18, 2011
Duration: 3:40

This video discusses Wisconsin's emergency rules for concealed carry permits, approved by Governor Walker. The NRA expresses disappointment that the Department of Justice (DOJ) mandated a 4-hour minimum training and set instructor requirements, which they argue exceed the legislative intent of the original bill. The rules take effect November 1st, and the legislature plans to review and potentially reject them to reinstate the original intent.

Quick Summary

Wisconsin's emergency concealed carry rules, effective November 1st, mandate a 4-hour minimum training and set instructor requirements, which the NRA argues exceed legislative intent. The legislature plans to review and potentially reject these rules to reinstate the original intent of the concealed carry bill.

Chapters

  1. 00:05Governor Walker Approves Emergency Rules
  2. 00:19Details of the Emergency Rules
  3. 00:45Legislative Debate on Training Hours
  4. 01:02DOJ Mandates 4-Hour Minimum
  5. 01:14Instructor Requirements
  6. 01:36Effective Date of Emergency Rules
  7. 01:52Permanent Rulemaking Process
  8. 02:11Legislature's Plan to Reject Rules
  9. 02:31Current Legislative Session Focus

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key changes in Wisconsin's emergency concealed carry rules?

Wisconsin's emergency concealed carry rules, effective November 1st, mandate a 4-hour minimum training and establish specific requirements for instructors. These rules were put forth by the Department of Justice and are seen by some as exceeding the original legislative intent of the concealed carry bill.

Why is the NRA disappointed with Wisconsin's new concealed carry rules?

The NRA is disappointed because the Department of Justice (DOJ) mandated a 4-hour minimum training and set instructor requirements, which they argue were not part of the original bill and violate legislative intent. The legislature had previously voted against specifying a minimum training hour requirement.

When do Wisconsin's emergency concealed carry rules go into effect?

Wisconsin's emergency rules for concealed carry go into effect on November 1st. Until permanent rules are established through the legislative process, individuals seeking a concealed carry permit will need to comply with these emergency mandates.

What is the legislature's plan regarding Wisconsin's concealed carry emergency rules?

The legislature plans to review the emergency rules that take effect on November 1st. They have expressed a desire to reject these rules as they currently stand and work towards establishing permanent rules that align with the original legislative intent of the concealed carry bill.

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