State Rep. Scott Gunderson, a Waterford Republican's bill would require background checks for handgun purchasers: DOJ required check for court order or finding rendering the person ineligible under federal law regarding mental health status; courts required to determine ineligibility and other duties; person may petition court to cancel the order.

The National Rifle Association backs AB 70 and companion bill SB 44, but it is more interested in AB 193 and SB 129.

While the majority party’s issues are education, environment and employment, the NRA nonetheless is in the game in case the Republicans ever ascend to power again in Wisconsin politics.