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MI SR0134

Resolution

Status

Passed

4/20/2010

Primary Sponsor

Jason Allen

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Origin

Senate

95th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Urges the U.S. Supreme Court to clarify that the Second Amendment right to bear arms applies to individuals, not solely to state militia.
  • References the pending McDonald v. City of Chicago case involving Chicago's 1982 handgun ban, described as one of the most restrictive in the nation.
  • Asserts that the right to bear arms serves purposes including self-defense, family protection, hunting, sporting activities, and as a check against government tyranny.
  • Cites Michigan Constitution Article I, Section 6 as affirming an individual right to bear arms for self-protection and protection against private lawlessness or government tyranny.
  • Directs that copies of the resolution be transmitted to members of the United States Supreme Court.

Legislative Description

A resolution to urge the United States Supreme Court to clarify that the right to bear arms applies to individuals.

Supreme Court

Last Action

Adopted

4/20/2010

Committee Referrals

Hunting, Fishing And Outdoor Recreation3/24/2010

Full Bill Text

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