Michigan voters couldn’t bring a firearm within 100 feet of a polling location or absentee counting board under legislation given legislative approval this week.
Key Points:
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- House Bills 4127 and 4128 were introduced by Representative Penelope Tsernoglou (D-East Lansing) and Representative Stephanie Young (D-Detroit).
- The legislation provides a few exceptions, including for an individual who is a peace officer.
- This week the House narrowly voted 56-53 to concur with changes made by the Senate.
“This legislation reflects our commitment to safeguarding Michigan’s democratic process by ensuring every voter, election worker and official can participate without fear or intimidation,” Representative Young said. “These bills address the critical need for safe spaces around voting and absentee counting locations, reinforcing that threats and violence have no place in our electoral system. Protecting the right to vote and the people who make our elections possible is essential for a resilient and secure democracy.”
Next Step:
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- The bills will be sent to Governor Gretchen Whitmer for consideration.
