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Dossier Legislative introduced 12-may-2026
Bill introduced in the Michigan Legislature — not yet passed by either chamber, and not law.

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

Key claim: This bill would restrict when Michigan law enforcement may use chemical agents such as tear gas or kinetic energy projectiles such as rubber bullets in certain situations.

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(HB5951 · 103rd Legislature) Law enforcement: other; law enforcement use of a chemical agent or kinetic energy projectile in certain situations; restrict. Creates new act. Sponsor: Rep. Emily Dievendorf (D) + 10 co-sponsors In committee: H Government Operations Latest action (2026-05-13): Bill Electronically Reproduced 05/12/2026

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Michigan HB5951 would create a new act restricting law enforcement use of chemical agents and kinetic energy projectiles in certain situations.

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Law enforcement: other; law enforcement use of a chemical agent or kinetic energy projectile in certain situations; restrict. Creates new act.
Stage: introduced · legiscan · 12-may-2026

This bill would restrict when Michigan law enforcement may use chemical agents such as tear gas or kinetic energy projectiles such as rubber bullets in certain situations.

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External: legiscan:2149369:introduced

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