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HB 4835

Aeronautics: other; definition of law enforcement officer; update. Amends sec. 2 of 1965 PA 203 (MCL 28.602). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4834'25

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Alexander and 4 co-sponsors

This bill updates the definition of "law enforcement officer" in Michigan's Aeronautics Code, expanding it to include more state, local, and airport personnel, ensuring consistent authority over aviation activities.

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Bill Summary · HB 4835

Summary of Michigan House Bill 4835

Overview

House Bill 4835 is a bill that would update the definition of "law enforcement officer" in the Michigan Aeronautics Code. The bill is tie-barred with HB 4834, meaning the two bills must be enacted together.

Key Provisions

  • The bill would amend Section 2 of Public Act 203 of 1965, which defines terms used in Michigan's Aeronautics Code.
  • Specifically, it would update the definition of "law enforcement officer" to include the following personnel:
    • State police officers
    • County sheriffs and deputy sheriffs
    • Local police officers
    • Michigan Department of Natural Resources conservation officers
    • Airport authority officers
    • Central dispatch authority officers
  • This expanded definition would apply throughout the Aeronautics Code, impacting various laws and regulations related to airports, aircraft, and aviation activities in Michigan.

Affected Parties

  • State and local law enforcement agencies
  • Airport authorities and central dispatch centers
  • Pilots, aircraft owners, and others operating within Michigan's airspace

Procedural Details

  • HB 4835 was introduced in the Michigan House of Representatives on March 13, 2025.
  • The bill has been recommended for passage and has been tie-barred with HB 4834.
  • If enacted, the changes to the law enforcement officer definition would take effect immediately.

Overall, this bill is intended to ensure a consistent, comprehensive definition of law enforcement personnel with authority over aeronautics activities in the state of Michigan.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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