Bill > HB4949

This bill modifies existing law to provide expanded protections for sport shooting ranges, specifically addressing their liability and ability to operate under changing local regulations. The bill ensures that sport shooting ranges that conform to generally accepted operation practices are protected from civil liability and criminal prosecution related to noise pollution, even if they update or modify their facilities through safety, ecological, or expansion upgrades. The legislation allows sport shooting ranges that existed before July 5, 1994, to continue operating within their original geographic boundaries, even if they do not fully comply with new local ordinances. Ranges are permitted to repair, remodel, reconstruct, and expand their facilities, maintain their membership, and increase events and activities, as long as they adhere to generally accepted operation practices. Additionally, the bill stipulates that state noise regulation rules do not apply to sport shooting ranges exempted under this act, providing these facilities with significant legal protection and operational flexibility. The changes aim to support the continued operation and development of sport shooting ranges while balancing local regulatory concerns.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4949