Wisconsin democrats propose bill banning bump stocks
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Wisconsin Democrats have introduced a bill banning bump stocks, devices that convert semi-automatic rifles into fully automatic weapons. Authorities say Las Vegas shooter Stephen Paddock had
such devices with him. Congressional Republicans have said they would consider regulating them and the National Rifle Association has announced its support for regulating them as well. STAY
CONNECTED TO WISCONSIN NEWS — YOUR WAY Get trustworthy reporting and unique local stories from WPR delivered directly to your inbox. State Reps. Chris Taylor, Lisa Subeck, Melissa Sargent
and Terese Berceau, all from Madison, introduced a bill Thursday that would prohibit the possession, use and sale of bump stocks. Subeck says it doesn’t make sense to ban automatic weapons
if bump stocks are legal. Republicans control both houses of the Legislature and the governor’s office. A spokeswoman for Assembly Speaker Robin Vos didn’t immediately reply to an email
inquiring about the bill’s chances. _© Copyright 2025 by The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed._