HB 6242: Natural resources: hunting; requirements for bear bait barrel permit; provide for. Amends sec. 43528 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43528).
HB 6242 status: Introduced — bill electronically reproduced 08/11/2026 (updated Aug 25, 2026).
What this bill does
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Bill summary
OfficialNatural resources: hunting; requirements for bear bait barrel permit; provide for. Amends sec. 43528 of 1994 PA 451 (MCL 324.43528).. Currently in House.
Key analysis
Impact analysis
Environment
Benefits
- standardizes baiting equipment usage
Risks
- no data on ecological impact
Economy
Benefits
- minor administrative refinement
Risks
- minimal fiscal relevance
Society
Benefits
- clarifies regulatory expectations for hunters
Risks
- potential increase in permit compliance requirements
How trustworthy & consequential it is
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Analysis status
OpenStates summary
Lack of detailed text prevents assessment of potential wildlife management impacts.
Full bill text was not reviewed; analysis based on abstract only.
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