SB0842

Civil procedure: other; firearm industry responsibility act; provide for. Amends 1961 PA 236 (MCL 600.101 - 600.9947) by adding sec. 3845. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0843'26

Introduced·3/18/26
Introduced Text

Michigan SB0842 amends civil procedure to establish responsibilities for the firearm industry.

Michigan SB0842 amends the civil procedure code by adding a section that outlines responsibilities for the firearm industry. It defines "firearm-related product" and "firearm industry member." The bill mandates that firearm industry members establish and implement reasonable controls to prevent unlawful activities. It also allows for legal actions by individuals or the attorney general to seek relief for public nuisances caused by firearm industry members. The bill specifies that intent to cause harm is not required to prevail in such actions.

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History

Mar 24

Senate

Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: Rosemary Bayer

Mar 24

Senate

Senate Co-sponsor(s) Named: Sylvia Santana

Mar 18

Senate

Introduced By Senator Mallory Mcmorrow