Michigan 2025-2026 Regular Session Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

SB 853 — Occupations: business licensing and registration; license to sell firearms at retail; provide for. Amends 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.421 - 28.435) by adding sec. 12c. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0854'26

Last action — REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

  1. 1
    Introduced
  2. 2
    In Committee
  3. 3
    Passed Senate
  4. 4
    Passed House
  5. 5
    To Executive
  6. 6
    Enacted

This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.

Next likely step: a committee referral and hearing.

Odds of enactment

Low chance

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In plain language

The bill establishes licensing requirements for retail firearm dealers in Michigan.

SB 853 introduces a licensing system for dealers selling firearms in Michigan, requiring them to pay a fee and complete mandatory training. Each dealer must have a separate license for each location, and licenses must be renewed annually.

What this means for you
  • Workers: Employees handling firearms will need to complete annual training to ensure they meet legal standards.
  • Small Business: This means firearms dealers will need to comply with new licensing and training requirements to operate legally.

Summary

Occupations: business licensing and registration; license to sell firearms at retail; provide for. Amends 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.421 - 28.435) by adding sec. 12c. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0854'26

Bill Text

Action History

  1. REFERRED TO COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

Sponsors

Sponsorship breakdown

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 146 not signed on

Sponsors (1)

Co-sponsors (0)

None.

Not signed on (146)

146 members have not signed on to this bill.

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Frequently asked questions

What does SB 853 do?
Occupations: business licensing and registration; license to sell firearms at retail; provide for. Amends 1927 PA 372 (MCL 28.421 - 28.435) by adding sec. 12c. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0854'26
Who sponsors SB 853?
SB 853 is sponsored by Stephanie Chang (Democrat).
What is the current status of SB 853?
This bill has been introduced in the Senate. Introduced May 19, 2026. It must pass committee before a floor vote.
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