Civil procedure: other; firearm industry responsibility act; provide for. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 3845. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0843'26
This bill adds a new section to Michigan's civil procedure laws that allows the state attorney general and private individuals to sue firearm industry members for creating a public nuisance through the sale, manufacture, or marketing of firearms and related products. The legislation requires these industry members to establish reasonable controls over their products to prevent illegal sales, theft, and the use of devices like pistol converters, without needing to prove intent to cause harm. If violations occur, the attorney general can seek injunctions, damages, and restitution, while private plaintiffs can also file lawsuits for similar relief after notifying the attorney general. The bill defines key terms such as firearm industry members, firearm-related products, and straw purchasers, and it does not limit existing legal rights or obligations under other state laws.
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Introduction
Mar 2026
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Introduced Mar 18, 2026
Last action Mar 24, 2026
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Mar 18, 2026
Committee
REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON CIVIL RIGHTS, JUDICIARY, AND PUBLIC SAFETY
upper
Mar 18, 2026
Introduced
INTRODUCED BY SENATOR MALLORY MCMORROW
upper
1 primary · 2 co-sponsors
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Mallory McMorrow
DDemocratic
Co
Rosemary Bayer
DDemocratic
Co
Sylvia Santana
DDemocratic
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