Michigan

The Great Lakes State is, as the nickname would suggest, defined by its proximity to all but one of the North America’s vast inland seas. From the forests of the Upper Peninsula to the miles of coastline, opportunities are abound for anglers and hunters. Michiganders can look forward to swinging up lake-run steelhead, catching native brook-trout, and even hunting elusive elk. From the Huron-Manistee National Forest to the Porcupine Mountains, there is significant repose from the hustle and bustle of cities and suburbs. Michigan is home to healthy populations of whitetail, black bear, and turkey, and for those hearty enough to brave the elements, Michigan also offers a bounty of winter time activities.

For more information on the elected officials protecting and promoting the sportsmen’s traditions in Michigan, please contact: Bob Matthews

Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus

Representative Jack Bergman Representative Debbie Dingell Representative Bill Huizenga Representative Lisa McClain Representative John Moolenaar Senator Gary Peters Senator Debbie Stabenow Representative Tim Walberg

Michigan Legislative Sportsmen's Caucus Leadership

Senator Jon Bumsted Senator John Cherry Representative Sarah Lightner Representative Amos O’Neal
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Michigan Policy Briefs

Crossbows

Over the last decade, many states have expanded opportunities for archery hunters wishing to use crossbows. Incorporating crossbow hunting opportunities into game management may increase… Read more.

No-Net-Loss

“No-Net-Loss” of public lands has become increasingly important to ensure access to public lands and waterways for current and future generations of sportsmen and women.… Read more.

Michigan Latest News

December 22, 2025

CSF Priority Michigan Hunter Ed in Schools Bill Awaits Governor’s Signature

Why It Matters: Within striking distance of crossing the finish line on a multi-year effort, the Michigan Senate’s unanimous passage of a Congressional Sportsmen’s Foundation (CSF) priority bill to allow hunter education and firearm safety to be taught in schools for credit towards graduation aims to introduce young people to firearm safety, the great outdoors,…

October 23, 2025

Michigan License Reimbursement & Fee Update Clears Senate Floor

Why It Matters: Through the purchase of hunting and fishing licenses and tags, sportsmen and women provide the foundation for the American System of Conservation Funding. However, over time, the operational costs of state fish and wildlife agencies can exceed the revenue generated from these license and tag purchases, and legislatures must sometimes revisit the…

October 6, 2025

Expanded Opportunities Available to Great Lakes Hunters this Season

Why It Matters: Although hunters are at home in the field or woods, they must still be aware of what happens in the halls of their state government. Changes and updates to hunting laws and regulations can impact the pursuit of sportsmen and women’s favorite species, and hunters must stay on top of those changes…

September 29, 2025

Funding the Future of Our Outdoor Pursuits: Michigan License Fee Restructuring Package Voted Out of Appropriations Committee

Why It Matters: Revenue generated by sportsmen and women purchasing their licenses and tags is the foundation of the American System of Conservation Funding. However, as years pass, the costs that state fish and wildlife agencies incur while carrying out their missions exceed the revenue generated from these license and tag purchases, and legislatures must…