2019 House Bill 4332

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Introduced in the House

March 12, 2019

Introduced by Rep. Beau LaFave (R-108)

To permit the use of pneumatic air bows to hunt game during any open season in which a firearm may be used, and permit disabled hunters to use air bows during bow season. These devices are like crossbows but use compressed air to drive an arrow.

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation

Oct. 29, 2019

Reported without amendment

Refer to the Committee on Judiciary with the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted.

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary

March 3, 2020

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

March 12, 2020

Passed in the House 70 to 37 (details)

Received in the Senate

March 17, 2020

Referred to the Committee on Natural Resources

Sept. 10, 2020

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the bill pass.

Sept. 30, 2020

Passed in the Senate 23 to 15 (details)

To permit the use of pneumatic air bows to hunt game during any open season in which a firearm may be used, and permit disabled hunters to use air bows during bow season. These devices are like crossbows but use compressed air to drive an arrow.

Vetoed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer

Oct. 15, 2020

Received in the House

Nov. 6, 2020

Referred to the Committee on Judiciary