Weapons: firearms; certain provisions regarding weapons; repeal. Amends secs. 230, 231 & 237a of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.230 et seq.) & repeals (see bill).
This bill amends Michigan's penal code to update penalties and exemptions related to firearm possession, particularly within school zones. It modifies existing laws to clarify when individuals, such as licensed concealed carry permit holders and certain security personnel, are exempt from school zone restrictions. The legislation also adjusts penalties for altering firearm markings and expands exemptions for law enforcement, military personnel, and school security employees. Additionally, it provides specific exceptions for transporting unloaded firearms in vehicles under certain conditions, such as hunting trips or moving between residences.
Bill status
in committee
1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2026
Committee Review
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Governor
Introduced Mar 3, 2026
Last action Mar 4, 2026
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Mar 3, 2026
Committee
referred to Committee on Judiciary
lower
Mar 3, 2026
Introduced
introduced by Representative Rep. Joseph Fox
lower
1 primary · 28 co-sponsors
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Joseph Fox
RRepublican
Co
Angela Rigas
RRepublican
Co
Brad Paquette
RRepublican
Co
Brian BeGole
RRepublican
Co
Bryan Posthumus
RRepublican
Co
Cam Cavitt
RRepublican
Co
Curt VanderWall
RRepublican
Co
David Martin
RRepublican
Co
Doug Wozniak
RRepublican
Co
Greg Alexander
RRepublican
Co
Jaime Greene
RRepublican
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