2023 Senate Bill 310

Weapons: firearms; natural resources and environmental protection act; update references.

A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled “Natural resources and environmental protection act,” by amending section 43510 (MCL 324.43510), as amended by 2013 PA 108.

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Senate Bills 308-313 proposes exemptions for certain individuals, such as peace officers, Department of Corrections employees, military personnel, and others, from restrictions on carrying concealed weapons under specific conditions. It also specifies penalties for carrying weapons in weapon-free school zones, distinguishing between felony and misdemeanor offenses based on the violation's nature and prior offenses. The bill outlines exceptions for individuals carrying weapons in school zones under certain conditions, including security personnel, licensed concealed weapon carriers, and those with explicit permission from school authorities.

Introduced in the Senate

May 2, 2023

Introduced by Sen. Michele Hoitenga (R-36) and eight co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Dan Lauwers (R-25), Jonathan Lindsey (R-17), Joseph Bellino (R-16), Lana Theis (R-22), John Damoose (R-37), Aric Nesbitt (R-20), Rick Outman (R-33) and Roger Victory (R-31)

Referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety