2023 Senate Bill 313

Weapons: firearms; Michigan retired law enforcement officer’s firearm carry act; update references.

A bill to amend 2008 PA 537, entitled “Michigan retired law enforcement officer’s firearm carry act,” by amending sections 7 and 12 (MCL 28.517 and 28.522).

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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. Dan Lauwers (R-25) and eight co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Sens. Jonathan Lindsey (R-17), Joseph Bellino (R-16), Michele Hoitenga (R-36), 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