Bill Protects Ranges, Sporting Groups The Wisconsin State Senate passed a bill Wednesday that would shield the firearm industry, shooting ranges and sporting associations from civil lawsuits stemming from gun violence, reports the Associated Press. The legislation is similar to the recently passed "Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act," but includes additional protections for gun clubs, ranges and associations not included in the federal legislation. The bill next heads to Gov. Jim Doyle, who has said he plans to veto it. A two-thirds vote by each house of the state's Legislature would be needed to override the governor's veto.