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SB 224

Weapons: other; manufacture, sale, or possession of a bump stock; prohibit. Amends sec. 224 of 1931 PA 328 (MCL 750.224).

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Rosemary Bayer and 5 co-sponsors

Michigan proposes prohibiting manufacture, sale, and possession of bump stocks—devices enabling semi-automatic rifles to fire at near-automatic rates—addressing public safety concerns.

referred to Committee on Government Operations
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Bill Summary · SB 224

Legislative bill overview

SB 224 would prohibit the manufacture, sale, or possession of bump stocks in Michigan by amending the state's weapons statute (MCL 750.224). Bump stocks are devices that allow semi-automatic firearms to fire at rates approaching fully automatic weapons by using the gun's recoil to rapidly reset the trigger.

Why is this important

Bump stocks gained national attention after the 2017 Las Vegas shooting, where the perpetrator used them to increase casualty rates. This bill represents a state-level approach to regulating the devices, as the federal government has taken limited action. The measure passed the Michigan Senate with bipartisan support (22-14), suggesting potential viability, though it faces referral to committee before further advancement.

Potential points of contention

  • Second Amendment interpretation: Opponents may argue the ban infringes on constitutional rights to bear arms, while supporters contend it's a reasonable regulation of a specific mechanism rather than a complete firearm ban
  • Enforcement and definition challenges: Questions exist about how to define and identify bump stocks, whether modifications qualify, and how law enforcement would enforce compliance
  • Effectiveness debate: Skeptics question whether banning bump stocks meaningfully reduces gun violence given their relatively rare use in crimes, while advocates view it as a logical harm-reduction measure alongside other regulations

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

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