2026 House Bill 5951

Law enforcement: other; law enforcement use of a chemical agent or kinetic energy projectile in certain situations; restrict.

A bill to limit the use of chemical agents or kinetic energy projectiles as a mechanism to disperse an assembly, a protest, or a demonstration by law enforcement officers; to require law enforcement agencies to submit certain reports; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities.

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Restricts the use of chemical agents and kinetic energy projectiles by Michigan law enforcement during protests, requiring strict conditions for use and mandating public reporting to enhance transparency and accountability.

Introduced in the House

May 12, 2026

Introduced by Rep. Emily Dievendorf (D-77) and 10 co-sponsors

Co-sponsored by Reps. Reggie Miller (D-31), Stephen Wooden (D-81), Laurie Pohutsky (D-17), Carrie Rheingans (D-47), Phil Skaggs (D-80), Natalie Price (D-6), Erin Byrnes (D-15), Julie Brixie (D-73), Dylan Wegela (D-26) and Tonya Myers Phillips (D-7)

Referred to the Committee on Government Operations