In October, 2009, two dangerous "Guns on Campus" bills, HB 5474 and SB 747, are currently being considered in the state legislature.  These bills would force Michigan's colleges and universities to allow loaded and concealed guns in campus classrooms and dormitories. Introducing guns into a volatile environment where binge drinking and drug use are all too prevalent is a recipe for disaster. It would also dramatically increase the risks of suicide and gun thefts. Please help us stop this dangerous legislation!

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The Brady Campaign along with its Million Mom March and Brady Chapters, law enforcement, state and national allies advocate for strong state gun legislation to keep dangerous weapons out of the hands of dangerous people. We advise and counsel advocates, state legislators and statewide elected officials on effective strategies to pass strong gun legislation and defeat attempts to weaken state gun laws.

We offer expert advice on legislative strategy and share best practices from other states. We produce and disseminate our annual Brady State Scorecard that rates each state on the strength of its gun laws.

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» Stop Guns on Campus Bill HB 5474
» Stop the Guns on Campus Bill Oppose SB 747
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While Michigan has some common sense gun laws, the state lacks many gun laws that would stop the flow of illegal guns and protect children, according to the Brady Campaign. In the organization’s 2009 state scorecards released for all 50 states, Michigan earned just 23 points out of a total of 100.

While permits are required to purchase handguns at gun shows, a Brady criminal background check is not required at the time of purchase.  For long guns, including many military-style assault weapons, no permit or background check is required for purchase.

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