HB4163

Military affairs: other; release of the Michigan national guard into active duty combat without an official act of Congress; prohibit. Amends 1967 PA 150 (MCL 32.501 - 32.851) by adding sec. 203. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4164'25

Introduced·3/4/25
Introduced Text

Michigan HB4163 prohibits the release of the Michigan National Guard into active duty combat without an official declaration of war or congressional.

Michigan HB4163 amends the Michigan Compiled Laws by adding a new section that prohibits the release of the Michigan National Guard into active duty combat without an official declaration of war or congressional action. This provision, known as the "defend the guard act," ensures that the Michigan National Guard and its members cannot be deployed into combat without the specified federal authorization. The act takes effect only if House Bill No. 4164 is also enacted into law.

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History

Mar 17

House

Rep. Jason Woolford Removed As Cosponsor

Mar 5, 2025

House

Bill Electronically Reproduced 03/04/2025

Mar 4, 2025

House

Introduced By Representative Rep. Steve Carra