Bill
HB 4350
Overview: HB 4350, Natural resources: other; wildlife feeding; allow under certain conditions. Amends sec. 40111a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40111a), REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL
Overview: HB 4350, Natural resources: other; wildlife feeding; allow under certain conditions. Amends sec. 40111a of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.40111a), REFERRED TO COMMITTEE ON NATURAL RESOURCES AND AGRICULTURE, Introduced on March 11, 2025.
Purpose and Intent: This bill seeks to amend existing state law to allow for the feeding of wildlife under certain conditions, in an effort to promote conservation and public engagement with nature.
Key Provisions:
- Modifies the current prohibition on feeding wildlife to allow for feeding in designated areas or during specific events approved by the Department of Natural Resources
- Requires the Department of Natural Resources to establish guidelines and regulations for the safe and responsible feeding of wildlife
- Imposes penalties for the unauthorized or irresponsible feeding of wildlife that may pose a threat to public safety or the environment
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- The Department of Natural Resources, which would be responsible for developing and enforcing the new wildlife feeding regulations
- Members of the public who wish to engage in wildlife feeding, either for recreational or conservation purposes
- Wildlife populations, which may be impacted by changes in feeding patterns and human-wildlife interactions
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
- The bill has been referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Agriculture, indicating that it is currently under consideration by the legislature.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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