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HB 5655

Weapons: firearms; natural resources and environmental protection act; update references. Amends sec. 43510 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43510). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5653'26

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Alexander and 29 co-sponsors

HB 5655 updates firearms references in Michigan's environmental protection law to clarify regulations for firearm use on state lands and ensure consistent legal enforcement.

bill electronically reproduced 03/03/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 5655

Legislative bill overview

HB 5655 is a technical bill that updates references in Michigan's Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NRPA) related to firearms regulations. The bill amends MCL 324.43510 and is tied to companion legislation HB 5653. The bill appears to be housekeeping in nature, modernizing statutory language or correcting cross-references within the state's environmental code as it pertains to weapons and firearms.

Why is this important

Reference updates in environmental and natural resources statutes are critical for legal clarity and enforcement. Outdated or incorrect statutory cross-references can create ambiguity in how agencies interpret and enforce firearms regulations on public lands. This type of technical correction ensures consistency across Michigan's legal code and prevents confusion among law enforcement, prosecutors, and the public regarding permissible firearm use in state-regulated natural resource areas.

Potential points of contention

Without access to the specific amended language and HB 5653 (the tie-bar companion bill), the primary areas of concern would likely include:

  • The scope of any substantive changes disguised as "reference updates" rather than purely technical corrections
  • Whether the amendments expand or restrict firearm rights on state lands and waters
  • Potential unintended consequences for hunting, sport shooting, or other lawful firearm activities
  • Whether the changes align with existing Michigan Game and Fish Division regulations
  • The relationship between this bill and its companion legislation—understanding both documents is essential to assessing true impact

The tie-bar designation suggests these bills operate interdependently and should be reviewed together.

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

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