Michigan HB 5744 passes both chambers, heads to governor for signature

Michigan HB 5744 has passed both chambers of the state legislature and is now heading to the governor, according to the most recent action recorded on May 19, 2026. The bill would amend the Michigan Penal Code to add new penalties, including increased fines, for discharging a firearm at a motor vehicle when a minor is present inside it.

The bill was introduced by primary sponsor Cynthia Neeley, joined by 17 co-sponsors. In the House, the bill moved quickly on May 14, 2026, when a motion to discharge committee was approved and rules were suspended, allowing it to advance through second and third readings before being placed on immediate passage. The House then passed the bill with immediate effect on May 19, 2026, after it was referred to the Committee on Civil Rights, Judiciary, and Public Safety. No vote counts were included in the available action log. (source: https://openstates.org/mi/bills/2025-2026/HB5744/)

The bill now goes to the governor for consideration. Because the House passed it with immediate effect, the bill would take effect immediately upon the governor's signature if that designation is upheld.