2015 Senate Bill 244 / Public Act 187

Increase fine for illegally shooting game animals

Introduced in the Senate

March 26, 2015

Introduced by Sen. Phil Pavlov (R-25)

To increase the amount of restitution a person must pay for illegally shooting certain game or protected animals. Among others the bill would impose a $5,000 fine for illegally killing an elk or moose, $3,500 for a bear, $1,500 for an eagle, etc.

Referred to the Committee on Outdoor Recreation and Tourism

May 7, 2015

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

May 13, 2015

Passed in the Senate 37 to 0 (details)

Received in the House

May 13, 2015

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources

Sept. 22, 2015

Reported without amendment

Without amendment and with the recommendation that the bill pass.

Oct. 28, 2015

Passed in the House 76 to 29 (details)

To increase the amount of restitution a person must pay for illegally shooting certain game or protected animals. Among others the bill would impose a $5,000 fine for illegally killing an elk or moose, $3,500 for a bear, $1,500 for an eagle, etc.

Signed by Gov. Rick Snyder

Nov. 16, 2015