Tony Evers on Gun Control

Take steps to keep guns out of the hands of dangerous people

And the second thing we can do is pass a "red flag" law to give law enforcement and loved ones the tools they need to get guns out of the home when someone is a dangerous risk to themselves or others.

Responsible gun owners don't worry about red flag laws

Evers said "responsible gun owners don't have to worry about red flag laws because it will never be an issue for them."

Allow enforcement of federal gun laws in the state

Summary by Associated Press on WBAY, Jun. 23, 2021The state Senate has passed a bill that would prohibit police in Wisconsin from enforcing any future federal laws banning or restricting the use of guns. The proposal is part of a national wave of similar Republican-backed legislation intended to resist new gun control measures.

Veto Message:"This bill is not permitted by the United States Constitution. Under Article VI, the United States Constitution and the laws made pursuant to it are the 'supreme law of the land,' and this bill purports to nullify the enforcement of federal law."

Legislative Outcome:Passed Assembly 61-36-1 on Jun/9/21; Senate concurred on a voice vote on Jun/23/21; vetoed by Gov. Evers on July/9/21.

Universal background checks; ban bump stocks

Tony Evers (D): Mostly yes. Universal background checks, 48-hour waiting period, ban bump stocks. Unclear on semi-automatic weapons.

Scott Walker (R): No. "Honored to have an A+ rating" from NRA. Passed conceal carry legislation & protections for shooting intruders, ended 48-hour wait period.