This bill requires individuals in Michigan to obtain a license before purchasing, carrying, possessing, or transporting any firearm, including both pistols and other firearms. It establishes specific eligibility criteria for licensing, such as being at least 18 years old (21 for pistols), being a U.S. citizen or legal resident, and having completed a pistol safety training course. The legislation also mandates that law enforcement officials issue licenses to qualified applicants without unnecessary delay, unless there is probable cause to believe the applicant poses a threat or would commit a crime. Additionally, the bill requires firearm sellers to complete and submit license forms documenting each transaction, with specific reporting timelines for pistol purchases.
This bill amends Michigan's marijuana regulatory law to update definitions and clarify terms used throughout the cannabis industry. It directly affects licensed marijuana businesses, including growers, processors, retailers, and transporters, by refining how key concepts like "cultivate," "processor," and "marihuana" are defined. The legislation adds new sections to the existing act and modifies existing ones to ensure consistent terminology across the regulatory framework. These changes aim to improve clarity for businesses and regulators without altering the core operational requirements of the marijuana program.
This bill prohibits the sale of firearms to individuals under 21 years of age in Michigan, raising the current legal age limit from 18. It applies to sellers who knowingly sell guns to minors and increases penalties for repeat violations from misdemeanors to felonies. The legislation also updates existing laws regarding who can legally possess firearms in public and strengthens restrictions on carrying weapons in school zones. These changes directly affect gun dealers, firearm owners, and law enforcement by establishing clearer age limits and enforcement consequences.
This bill expands Michigan's existing weapon-free zone laws to include all state-owned or leased buildings, with the exception of state-run shooting ranges. It directly affects individuals licensed to carry concealed firearms or exempt from licensing requirements by prohibiting them from carrying weapons in these new state facilities. The amendment clarifies that "premises" excludes parking areas and maintains existing exemptions for law enforcement, security personnel, judges, and other licensed professionals who are employed by or contracted to work at these locations. Violations of the prohibition could result in fines and suspension or revocation of a concealed carry license.
This bill prohibits the manufacture, sale, or possession of bump stocks and multiburst trigger activators in Michigan. It amends the state penal code to explicitly classify these devices as illegal weapons alongside machine guns and silencers. The legislation defines bump stocks as devices that allow semiautomatic firearms to fire multiple rounds with a single trigger pull by using recoil energy, and multiburst trigger activators as devices that increase a firearm's rate of fire. Violations are classified as felonies punishable by up to five years in prison, a fine of up to $2,500, or both. The law includes exemptions for licensed federal firearms manufacturers and certain government contractors.
This bill amends Michigan state law to clarify that local governments are allowed to impose certain restrictions on firearms within their jurisdictions. It permits municipalities to regulate how employees carry guns at work, set rules for open carry in government buildings, and establish age-based supervision requirements for pneumatic guns. The legislation also allows local authorities to prohibit threatening displays of pneumatic guns and to ban open carry in their facilities, except for law enforcement officers. These provisions aim to give communities more flexibility in creating their own firearm safety policies while maintaining state-level oversight.
This bill prohibits individuals from carrying firearms in specific state buildings, including the Michigan State Capitol, the Anderson House Office Building, and the Binsfeld Senate Office Building, with exceptions for security personnel, peace officers, and licensed concealed pistol carriers serving as legislators. It also expands existing restrictions by banning firearms in polling places, early voting sites, and within 100 feet of ballot drop boxes for 40 days before an election, while allowing law enforcement and licensed carriers to carry in these areas. The legislation applies to various other locations such as financial institutions, churches, courts, theaters, sports arenas, day care centers, hospitals, and licensed liquor establishments, with similar exemptions for security staff, peace officers, and permit holders. Violations of these provisions are classified as misdemeanors punishable by up to 90 days in jail, a fine of up to $100, or both.
This bill amends Michigan's firearm regulations to require federally licensed dealers to sell firearms with either a trigger lock or a secure storage container, unless the buyer provides proof of having already obtained one. It also mandates that dealers provide free safety brochures, warning notices, and lethal means counseling literature with every firearm sale, along with signed compliance statements that must be kept for six years. The legislation clarifies that firearm manufacturers and producers are generally immune from civil lawsuits by local governments, with exceptions only for contract disputes, warranty claims, or product defects that directly injure government employees or property. These changes aim to standardize firearm storage requirements and limit liability for manufacturers while maintaining certain protections for government entities in specific defect-related cases.
This resolution urges Congress to pass legislation requiring the President to end U.S. military involvement in the conflict with Iran. It directly addresses the current hostilities that began on February 28, 2026, and calls for the withdrawal of American armed forces from the region. The bill cites the recent missile strike on an Iranian school that killed many children and the resulting regional instability as reasons for ending the conflict. It also highlights rising fuel prices caused by disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. The resolution is non-binding and serves to express the intent of its sponsors rather than create immediate legal obligations.
This bill modifies Michigan's parole procedures for prisoners serving life sentences or first-degree murder convictions, requiring the parole board to interview eligible inmates after they have served 10 years. It establishes a structured process for handling applications for reprieves, commutations, or pardons, including mandatory reviews within 60 days and public hearings if the board decides to proceed. The legislation also mandates that sentencing judges and prosecutors be notified of such applications and given 30 days to submit information or objections, while victims receive notice and the opportunity to testify. Additionally, the bill clarifies that parole board files related to these cases are public records, except for medical information protected by doctor-patient confidentiality.
This bill designates a specific section of Auburn Road in Rochester Hills as the "Sheriff Deputy Brad Reckling Memorial Highway" to honor a fallen law enforcement officer. It amends the Michigan Memorial Highway Act to officially name the road segment between Adams Road and Rochester Road. The change applies only to the local roadway and does not alter existing traffic laws or funding procedures.
HB 4848 requires Michigan schools to inform staff, students in grades 6-12, and parents about a state law prohibiting sextortion - a crime where someone threatens to share a minor's nude photos to demand more sexual content or money. The Department of Education must provide schools with a notice explaining this law (MCL 750.213b), including a link to the penal code and contact details for the state police school safety office. Schools must then distribute this notice to affected groups and implement annual training on sextortion using materials from federal agencies like the FBI. This bill focuses on education and awareness, not new criminal penalties, directly impacting all public and charter schools in Michigan.
