HJR U Michigan House · 2023-2024 Regular Session

Natural resources: hunting; right to hunt, fish, and harvest wildlife; recognize in constitution. Amends the state constitution by adding sec. 29 to art. I.

This bill proposes adding a new section to the Michigan state constitution to formally recognize the right of all citizens to hunt, fish, trap, and harvest wildlife. The amendment states that this right is subject only to regulations designed to promote sound conservation and management, while also declaring public hunting as a preferred method for managing nonthreatened species. It explicitly clarifies that these constitutional changes do not alter existing laws regarding trespass, private property rights, eminent domain, or firearms unrelated to hunting. Ultimately, the bill seeks to enshrine these outdoor activities as a protected heritage right within the state's highest legal document.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jun 2024
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Governor
Introduced Jun 27, 2024 Last action Jul 30, 2024
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Jul 30, 2024
Introduced
printed joint resolution filed 06/27/2024
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Jun 27, 2024
Committee
referred to Committee on Natural Resources, Environment, Tourism and Outdoor Recreation
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Jun 27, 2024
Introduced
introduced by Representative James DeSana
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1 primary · 14 co-sponsors

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