Lawmakers in Lansing have introduced a series of high-impact gun bills that demand immediate attention. Some bills work to restore and strengthen your Second Amendment rights—like constitutional carry and expanded CPL access—while others seek to criminalize responsible gun owners through expanded penalties and federal-style gun control measures.
Gun Owners of America is actively monitoring these bills and fighting to protect your rights—but we need your help. Contact your state legislators today and urge them to support pro-gun bills and reject all anti-2A legislation moving in the Michigan Legislature.
SB 406: Constitutional carry
GOA Position: Support
Current Status: In Senate
Sponsored by Lana Theis, Ruth Johnson, Michele Hoitenga, Jonathan Lindsey, Joe Bellino, Aric Nesbitt, Dan Lauwers, Roger Hauck, John Damoose, Jim Runestad, Kevin Daley — all Republicans in the Michigan Senate.
Senate Bill 406 is a pro-Second Amendment bill that removes the licensing requirement to carry a concealed pistol in Michigan, effectively enacting constitutional carry.
It repeals the mandate to obtain a concealed pistol license (CPL) for law-abiding adults and allows them to carry without government pre-approval, while preserving the current permit system for those who want it for reciprocity or other purposes. SB 406 restores the right to bear arms without bureaucratic obstacles, aligning Michigan law with the Constitution. Gun Owners of America strongly supports this bill.
SB 407: Licensing requirements
GOA Position: Support
Current Status: In Senate
Sponsored by Jonathan Lindsey, Lana Theis, Ruth Johnson, Michele Hoitenga, Joe Bellino, Aric Nesbitt, Dan Lauwers, Roger Hauck, John Damoose, Jim Runestad, Kevin Daley — all Republicans in the Michigan Senate.
Senate Bill 407 is a pro-Second Amendment bill that repeals Michigan’s concealed pistol licensing requirements by removing related language from the Firearms Act of 1927 (PA 372).
It eliminates the legal obligation to obtain a CPL in order to carry a concealed pistol, while preserving optional licensing for reciprocity purposes. SB 407 complements SB 406 by fully dismantling the statutory framework used to enforce licensing mandates. Gun Owners of America supports this bill as it restores the natural right to carry a firearm without government permission.
SB 408: CC Support
GOA Position: Support
Current Status: In Senate
Sponsored by Michele Hoitenga, Lana Theis, Ruth Johnson, Jonathan Lindsey, Joe Bellino, Aric Nesbitt, Dan Lauwers, Roger Hauck, John Damoose, Jim Runestad — all Republicans in the Michigan Senate.
Senate Bill 408 is a pro-Second Amendment bill that clarifies the right to carry a pistol—loaded or unloaded, concealed or open—while in areas frequented by wild animals, regardless of hunting license status, as long as the individual is legally authorized to carry under Michigan law.
It ensures that carry rights under Michigan’s concealed pistol law and related statutes are not infringed by DNR regulations. SB 408 protects lawful self-defense and affirms that possessing a pistol in the woods or fields does not require a hunting license. Gun Owners of America supports this restoration and clarification of gun owner rights.
SB 409: Sentencing Guidelines
GOA Position: Oppose
Current Status: In Senate
Sponsored by Ruth Johnson, Lana Theis, Michele Hoitenga, Jonathan Lindsey, Joe Bellino, Aric Nesbitt, Dan Lauwers, Roger Hauck, John Damoose, Jim Runestad, Kevin Daley — all Republicans in the Michigan Senate.
Senate Bill 409 is an anti-Second Amendment bill that expands sentencing enhancements and firearm-related penalties within Michigan’s criminal code.
It increases punishment for individuals with prior felony convictions who commit new felonies (including NON-violent ones), adds more firearm-related offenses to sentencing guidelines, and raises penalties for technical violations like paperwork errors or storage issues. SB 409 also broadens the classification of so-called “serious crimes” and “public safety” offenses, giving the state more power to escalate prison terms tied to firearms.
Gun Owners of America opposes this bill as it reinforces punitive gun control measures and disproportionately targets lawful gun owners through overcriminalization.
HB 4586: CPL Age Limit
GOA Position: Support
Current Status: In House
Sponsored by Jason Woolford, Ron Robinson, Matt Maddock — all Republicans in the Michigan House.
House Bill 4586 is a pro-Second Amendment bill that lowers the minimum age to apply for a concealed pistol license (CPL) in Michigan from 21 to 18 years old.
It maintains the existing application and background check structure but extends CPL access to younger adults who meet the current training and eligibility requirements. By expanding lawful carry rights to 18–20-year-olds, this bill strengthens constitutional carry principles and recognizes the right of all legal adults to self-defense. Gun Owners of America supports this restoration of rights for young adults.
