This update includes recently introduced bills and those moving through the legislative process. Michigan Farm Bureau’s positions are rooted in the organization’s member-developed policy.
Deer Feeding and Baiting
Sponsored by Rep. Jennifer Wortz (R-Quincy), House Bill 4445 would allow for the baiting of deer during the open hunting season. MFB supports the legislation, which passed the House 66-38 on February 4 and awaits referral to a Senate committee.
Contact: Justin Tomei
Ag Processing Facilities
House Bills 5168–5169, introduced by Reps. Will Snyder (D-Muskegon) and Luke Meerman (R-Coopersville), would create a sales and use tax exemption for agricultural processing facilities making capital investments of at least $100 million. Michigan Farm Bureau supports the legislation as part of its commitment to expanding agricultural processing. The bills were approved by the House Economic Competitiveness Committee on January 22 and await a vote in the full House.
Contact: Rebecca Park
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