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HB 5662

Law enforcement: other; certain federal agents to utilize body-worn cameras; require in certain circumstances. Creates new act.

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Noah Arbit and 33 co-sponsors

Michigan bill requires federal law enforcement agents to use body-worn cameras in specified situations, potentially conflicting with federal authority and creating compliance complexity.

bill electronically reproduced 03/03/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 5662

Legislative bill overview

HB 5662 would require certain federal law enforcement agents operating in Michigan to wear and use body-worn cameras in specified circumstances. The bill creates a new statutory framework governing when federal agents must activate and maintain these recording devices during their operations within the state.

Why is this important

Body camera requirements affect accountability, evidence collection, and public trust in law enforcement. This bill represents an attempt to extend state-level oversight standards to federal agents, raising questions about state authority over federal personnel and creating potential compliance burdens for federal agencies operating in Michigan.

Potential points of contention

  • Jurisdictional conflict: States traditionally lack authority to mandate requirements for federal agents; this could face legal challenges regarding state vs. federal power
  • Federal agency cooperation: Federal law enforcement may resist additional state-imposed mandates and reporting requirements that conflict with federal protocols
  • Implementation costs and standards: Ambiguity about who bears costs, technical specifications, data storage, and access rights to federal body camera footage
  • Definition scope: "Certain circumstances" and "certain federal agents" are vague and may create confusion about which agencies and situations trigger the requirement
  • Litigation risk: Federal agencies may challenge the law's constitutionality under preemption doctrine

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

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