Lawmakers discuss bills on gun storage, regulations, university curriculum

In Wisconsin, a bipartisan bill to exempt gun safes from sales tax has garnered support from lawmakers and advocates, with proponents arguing it will improve firearm storage safety. Governor Tony Evers has included a similar measure in his upcoming budget, despite previous removals by GOP lawmakers. Meanwhile, in Texas, lawmakers are considering multiple bills aimed at loosening firearm regulations, including one that would reduce restrictions on short-barrel firearms, a type used in the 2018 Santa Fe High School shooting. Survivors have expressed concerns about the potential dangers of such legislation, while proponents argue it enhances Second Amendment rights. As Texas grapples with rising gun violence, these developments highlight the ongoing debate over firearm laws in the state. Both states reflect a broader national conversation about gun safety and regulation.