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2019-09-18

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  • Actual end
    2019-09-18 11:36:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-108
    Committee name
    Agriculture
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JULIE ALEXANDER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 18, 2019 10:30 AM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Alexander. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, LaFave, Eisen, Mueller, Wendzel, Elder, Coleman, Garza, Cynthia Johnson, Witwer. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 4, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 0104 before the committee: HR 0104 (Rep. Gay-Dagnogo) A resolution to memorialize the United States Department of Agriculture to recognize industrial hemp as a valuable agricultural commodity and to take certain steps to remove barriers to encourage the commercial production of this crop. Chair Alexander explained proposed substitute (H-1) to HR 104. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HR 104. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, LaFave, Eisen, Mueller, Wendzel, Elder, Coleman, Garza, Cynthia Johnson, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Gay-Dagnogo, joined by Margeaux Bruner, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, testified in support of HR 104 as substitute (H-1). Ron Bates, representing Michigan State University Extension, provided a presentation regarding Industrial Hemp and reviewed the following topics: History and Regulation; Uses and Markets; and Agronomy. The Chair returned to HR 104. Peter Behncke, representing Michigan Industrial Hemp, LLC, testified in support of HR 104 as a licensed hemp grower and processor. Jesse Riggs, representing Michigan Hemp Industries Association, testified in support of HR 104. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Gay-Dagnogo, Margeaux Bruner, Ron Bates, Peter Behncke, and Jesse Riggs, all approached to answer questions from committee members. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 0104, but did not wish to speak: David Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. Representative Elder moved to report out HR 0104 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0. FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, LaFave, Eisen, Mueller, Wendzel, Elder, Coleman, Garza, Cynthia Johnson, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the meeting at 11:36 AM. Representative Julie Alexander, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 326, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2019-09-18
    Meeting id
    meeting-2162
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2019-09-18 10:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2019-09-18 11:36:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-108
    Committee name
    Agriculture
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. JULIE ALEXANDER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 18, 2019 10:30 AM Room 326, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Alexander. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, LaFave, Eisen, Mueller, Wendzel, Elder, Coleman, Garza, Cynthia Johnson, Witwer. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 4, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 0104 before the committee: HR 0104 (Rep. Gay-Dagnogo) A resolution to memorialize the United States Department of Agriculture to recognize industrial hemp as a valuable agricultural commodity and to take certain steps to remove barriers to encourage the commercial production of this crop. Chair Alexander explained proposed substitute (H-1) to HR 104. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HR 104. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, LaFave, Eisen, Mueller, Wendzel, Elder, Coleman, Garza, Cynthia Johnson, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Gay-Dagnogo, joined by Margeaux Bruner, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association, testified in support of HR 104 as substitute (H-1). Ron Bates, representing Michigan State University Extension, provided a presentation regarding Industrial Hemp and reviewed the following topics: History and Regulation; Uses and Markets; and Agronomy. The Chair returned to HR 104. Peter Behncke, representing Michigan Industrial Hemp, LLC, testified in support of HR 104 as a licensed hemp grower and processor. Jesse Riggs, representing Michigan Hemp Industries Association, testified in support of HR 104. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Gay-Dagnogo, Margeaux Bruner, Ron Bates, Peter Behncke, and Jesse Riggs, all approached to answer questions from committee members. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 0104, but did not wish to speak: David Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. Representative Elder moved to report out HR 0104 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0. FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Meerman, LaFave, Eisen, Mueller, Wendzel, Elder, Coleman, Garza, Cynthia Johnson, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the meeting at 11:36 AM. Representative Julie Alexander, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 326, House Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2019-09-18
    Meeting id
    meeting-2163
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2019-09-18 10:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2019-09-18 14:37:00.000000
    Actual start
    2019-09-18 14:00:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-154
    Committee name
    Appropriations
    Evidence text
    J I M S TA MA S 36TH DISTRICT P.O. BOX 30036 LANSING, MI 48909-7536 THE SENATE STATE OF MICHIGAN A P P R OP R I AT I O N S CH A I R MA N PHONE: (517) 373-7946 FAX: (517) 373-2678 senjstamas@senate.michigan.gov COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES September 18, 2019 A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Wednesday, September 18, 2019, at 2:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Senate Appropriations Room of the Capitol Building. The agenda summary is as follows: 1. Testimony regarding HB 4694 (Rep. Lilly). 2. Adopted Legislative Transfer Request 2019-4. 3. Reported HB 4850 (Rep. Whiteford) with recommendation and immediate effect. 4. Reported HB 4853 (Rep. Brann) with recommendation and immediate effect. 5. Reported HB 4857 (Rep. Miller) with recommendation and immediate effect. 6. Reported HB 4858 (Rep. Huizenga) with recommendation and immediate effect. 7. Reported HB 4889 (Rep. Hoadley) with recommendation and immediate effect. 8. Reported HB 4890 (Rep. Sabo) with recommendation and immediate effect. 9. Reported HB 4891 (Rep. Cherry) with recommendation and immediate effect. 10. Reported HB 4892 (Rep. Tate) with recommendation and immediate effect. 11. Reported HB 4893 (Rep. Hood) with recommendation and immediate effect. 12. Reported SB 530 (Sen. Bayer) with recommendation and immediate effect. 13. Reported SB 473 – SB 476 (Sen. Schmidt) with recommendation and immediate effect. 14. Reported HCR 9 (Rep. Miller) with recommendation. The Chairman called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present; Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer, a quorum was present. The Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Victory, to adopt the committee meeting minutes from August 28, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. Next, the Chairman invited Ben Green, of Rep. Lilly's office, and Chris Glass of the West Michigan Talent Triangle to summarize HB 4694 for the committee. Next, the Chairman invited Senate Fiscal Director, Chris Harkins, to summarize the Legislative Transfer Request 2019-4 for the committee. The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Hertel, to adopt the Legislative Transfer Request 2019-4. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann and Bayer Nays: None The Legislative Transfer Request was adopted. Next, the Chairman invited Senate Fiscal Director, Chris Harkins, to summarize HB 4850, HB 4853, HB 4857, HB 4858, HB 4889, HB 4890, HB 4891, HB 4892, HB 4893, and SB 530. The following individuals turned in cards not wishing to present testimony regarding HB 4853: Julie Cassidy, Michigan League for Public Policy – Support The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. Santana, to report HB 4853 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. Victory, to recommend immediate effect for HB 4853. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. Hollier, to report HB 4857 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. Hollier, to recommend immediate effect for HB 4857. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Barrett, to report HB 4858 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to recommend immediate effect for HB 4858. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. MacGregor, to report HB 4889 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. 2 The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. Bizon, to recommend immediate effect for HB 4889. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. LaSata, to report HB 4890 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman made a motion, supported by Sen. MacDonald, to recommend immediate effect for HB 4890. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The following individuals turned in cards not wishing to present testimony regarding HB 4891: Nick Occhipinti, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – Support The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Nesbitt, to report HB 4891 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Runstead, to recommend immediate effect for HB 4892. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. Nesbitt, to report HB 4892 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. Bayer, to recommend immediate effect for HB 4892. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The following individuals turned in cards not wishing to present testimony regarding HB 4893: Nick Occhipinti, Michigan League of Conservation Voters – Support The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. McCann, to report HB 4893 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Santana, to recommend immediate effect for HB 4893. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bayer, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to report SB 530 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: 3 Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Bayer, supported by Sen. Bumstead, to recommend immediate effect for SB 530. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. Next, the Chairman invited Sen. Schmidt to summarize SB 473 – SB 476 for the committee. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Outman, to report SB 473 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Outman, to recommend immediate effect for SB 473. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Outman, to report SB 474 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Outman, to recommend immediate effect for SB 474. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Outman, to report SB 475 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Outman, to recommend immediate effect for SB 475. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Outman, to report SB 476 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Irwin, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: None The bill was reported to the floor. The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Schmidt, supported by Sen. Outman, to recommend immediate effect for SB 476. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. Next, the Chairman invited Bruce Baker of the Senate Fiscal Agency to summarize HCR 9 for the committee. 4 The Chairman invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HCR 9: Undersheriff Daniel Pfannes, Michigan Sheriffs Association – Support Undersheriff Daniel Pfannes, Wayne County Sheriff's Office – Support The Chairman entertained a motion from Sen. Barrett, supported by Sen. Stamas, to report HCR 9 to the floor with recommendation that it be adopted. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chairman Stamas, Sen.(s) Bumstead, MacGregor, Barrett, Bizon, LaSata, MacDonald, Nesbitt, Outman, Runestad, Schmidt, Victory, Hertel, Hollier, Santana, McCann, and Bayer Nays: Sen. Irwin The resolution was reported to the floor. There being no further business before the committee, the Chairman entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel, supported by Sen. LaSata, to adjourn the meeting at 2:37 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned. Date Adopted by Committee: 11-6-19 5
    Location
    Not recorded
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2019-09-18
    Meeting id
    meeting-2810
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2019-09-18 12:57:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-111
    Committee name
    Communications and Technology
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON COMMUNICATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY REP. MICHELE HOITENGA CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 18, 2019 12:00 PM Room 327, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Communications and Technology was called to order by the Chair Hoitenga. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Hoitenga, Steven Johnson, Wozniak, Coleman, Chirkun. Absent/Excused: None. Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 4, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4801 before the committee: HB 4801 (Rep. Reilly) A bill to amend 1976 PA 331, entitled"Michigan consumer protection act,"by amending section 3 (MCL 445.903), as amended by 2018 PA 211, and by adding section 3j. Representative Reilly testified in support of HB 4801. Representative Reilly testified in support of HB 4801. Adam deAngeli testified in support of HB 4801. Roy LangolfCommander Dennis Hoffman, testified in support of HB 4801. Katerina Klawes testified in support of HB 4801. Carl SzaboNetChoice, testified in opposition of HB 4801. The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4801, but did not wish to speak: Colleen Daley, representing the Internet Association. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michele Hoitenga adjourned the meeting at 12:57 PM. Representative Michele Hoitenga, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: December 4, 2019
    Location
    Room 327, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2019-09-18
    Meeting id
    meeting-2164
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2019-09-18 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-115
    Committee name
    Families, Children, and Seniors
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON FAMILIES, CHILDREN, AND SENIORS REP. KATHY CRAWFORD CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 18, 2019 9:00 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors was called to order by the Chair. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Absent/Excused: Rep. Brenda Carter. Representative Garrett moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 4, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4254, HB 4255, HB 4256, HB 4257, HB 4258, HB 4259, HB 4260, and HB 4265 before the committee: HB 4254 (Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,"(MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by amending the heading of chapter XXA and by adding section 145s. HB 4255 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled “Mental health code,” by amending section 134a (MCL 330.1134a), as amended by 2014 PA 72. HB 4256 (Rep. Bolden) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled “Public health code,” by amending sections 20173a and 21313 (MCL 333.20173a and 333.21313), section 20173a as amended by 2017 PA 167 and section 21313 as amended by 2012 PA 51. HB 4257 (Rep. Crawford) A bill to amend 1979 PA 218, entitled “Adult foster care facility licensing act,” by amending sections 13, 31, and 34b (MCL 400.713, 400.731, and 400.734b), section 13 as amended by 2012 PA 52, section 31 as amended by 1994 PA 150, and section 34b as amended by 2014 PA 73. HB 4258 (Rep. Yancey) A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled “Estates and protected individuals code,” by amending section 2802 (MCL 700.2802), as amended by 2012 PA 173. HB 4259 (Rep. Guerra) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16i of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16i), as amended by 2012 PA 169. HB 4260 (Rep. Anthony) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled “The Michigan penal code,” by amending section 174a (MCL 750.174a), as amended by 2013 PA 34. HB 4265 (Rep. Farrington) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled “The code of criminal procedure,” by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2017 PA 74. Ryan Cowmeadow, Executive Director for Area Agencies on Aging Association of Michigan, representing the Area Agency on Aging Association, submitted a card in support of HB 4254, HB 4255, HB 4256, HB 4257, HB 4258, HB 4259, HB 4260 and HB 4265, but did not wish to speak. Jean Doss for Alison Hirschel, representing the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative, submitted a card in opposition to HB 4260 (H-3), but did not wish to speak. Representative Wozniak moved to refer House Bill No. 4254 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Hoitenga moved to refer House Bill No. 4255 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Liberati moved to refer House Bill No. 4256 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair explained and offered the conflict substitute (H-1) for HB 4257. Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4257. The motion prevailed 7- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 4257 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Garrett moved to refer House Bill No. 4258 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Meerman moved to refer House Bill No. 4259 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Anthony explained the substitute (H-3) to HB 4260. Questions followed. Representative Cynthia Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4260. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Hoitenga moved to refer House Bill No. 4260 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Cynthia Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4265. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Meerman moved to refer House Bill No. 4265 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4704, HB 4705, HB 4706, HB 4707, HB 4708 and HB 4709 before the committee: HB 4704 (Rep. Crawford) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child protection law,” by amending sections 2 and 8e (MCL 722.622 and 722.628e), section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 59 and section 8e as added by 2008 PA 511. HB 4705 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child protection law,” by amending section 8 (MCL 722.628), as amended by 2016 PA 491. HB 4706 (Rep. Schroeder) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child protection law,” by amending section 8d (MCL 722.628d), as amended by 2014 PA 30. HB 4707 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child protection law,” by amending section 8 (MCL 722.628), as amended by 2016 PA 491. HB 4708 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child protection law,” by amending section 8d (MCL 722.628d), as amended by 2014 PA 30. HB 4709 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1975 PA 238, entitled “Child protection law,"(MCL 722.621 to 722.638) by adding section 9b. Representative Cynthia Johnson moved to refer House Bill No. 4704 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Hoitenga moved to refer House Bill No. 4705 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Gabriella Reihanian, Legislative Assistant for Representative Schroeder, explained the substitute (H-1) to HB 4706. Questions followed. Representative Rendon moved to refer House Bill No. 4706 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Liberati moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4706. The motion prevailed 8-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Liberati, explained his substitute (H-1) for HB 4707. Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4707. The motion prevailed 8-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Hoitenga moved to refer House Bill No. 4707 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Meerman explained his (H-1) substitute to HB 4708. Questions followed. Representative Cynthia Johnson moved to refer House Bill No. 4708 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Meerman, Wozniak, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: Rep. Hoitenga. Pass: Rep. Garrett. Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4708. The motion prevailed 8-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak moved to refer House Bill No. 4709 to the committee on Judiciary. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Hoitenga, Meerman, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HCR 0002 before the committee: HCR 0002 (Rep. Vaupel) A concurrent resolution to declare Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) a critical health issue, commit the Legislature to action, and encourage the Governor to direct agencies to assess and report progress on reducing ACEs. Representative Hank Vaupel, the resolution sponsor, explained his resolution HCR2 to the committee, and introduced Rick Murdock, former Director of the Michigan Association of Health Plans (MAHP), and now Coordinator of the Michigan ACE Initiative for the MAHP Foundation, who testified in support of HCR 0002. Discussion and Questions followed. A copy of his written testimony and handouts are attached. Lisa Farnum, Managing Director for the Michigan Association of Health Plans Foundation, submitted a card in support of HCR 2. The following individuals submitted a card in support of HCR 0002, but did not wish to speak: Christine Shearer, Deputy Director in the Office of Legislation and Advocacy at Michigan Association of Health Plans; Brandon Dillon, representing the Michigan Complete Health; Parker James, a Kids Count Research Associate at Michigan League for Public Policy; Derek Dalling, a lobbyist representing the Upper Peninsula Health Plan; Rory Lafferty, Director of Government Affairs for Health Alliance Plan (HAP); and John McNamara, Manager of State Government Relations for McLaren Health Care. Representative Rendon moved to excuse Representative Brenda Carter from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Meerman moved to adjourn the Committee meeting. The motion prevailed without objection. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:01 a.m. Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 308, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2019-09-18
    Meeting id
    meeting-2165
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2019-09-18 09:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2019-09-18 12:20:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-121
    Committee name
    Local Government and Municipal Finance
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND MUNICIPAL FINANCE REP. JAMES LOWER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 18, 2019 12:00 PM Room 521, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance was called to order by Chair Lower. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Absent/Excused: None. The Chair laid HB 4447 and HB 4448 before the committee: HB 4447 (Rep. Albert) A bill to amend 2017 PA 202, entitled "Protecting local government retirement and benefits act," by amending section 3 (MCL 38.2803) and by adding sections 11 and 11a. HB 4448 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1909 PA 283, entitled "An act to revise, consolidate, and add to the laws relating to the establishment, opening, discontinuing, vacating, closing, altering, improvement, maintenance, and use of the public highways and private roads; the condemnation of property and gravel therefor; the building, repairing and preservation of bridges; maintaining public access to waterways under certain conditions; setting and protecting shade trees, drainage, and cutting weeds and brush within this state; providing for the election or appointment and defining the powers, duties, and compensation of state, county, township, and district highway officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 20b of chapter IV (MCL 224.20b). Representative Albert and Ed Noyola, representing the Michigan County Road Association, testified in support of HB 4447 and HB 4448. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Marino moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4447. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette. Nays: Reps. Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Pass: None. Todd Tennis, representing the Utility Workers Union of America, submitted a card in opposition to HB 4447 and in support of HB 4448, but did not wish to speak. Tim Greimel, representing AFSCME Council 25, testified in opposition to HB 4447 and in support of HB 4448. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 4447 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 7-5-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette. Nays: Reps. Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Pass: Rep. Calley. Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 4448 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 0173 before the committee: SB 0173 (Sen. Stamas) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 676d (MCL 257.676d), as added by 2014 PA 303. Representative Marino moved to refer Senate Bill No. 173 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 0173, but did not wish to speak: Charles Owens, representing the National Federation of Independent Business. The Chair laid SB 0322 and SB 0323 before the committee: SB 0322 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1851 PA 156, entitled "An act to define the powers and duties of the county boards of commissioners of the several counties, and to confer upon them certain local, administrative and legislative powers; and to prescribe penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act," by amending section 11 (MCL 46.11), as amended by 2016 PA 77. SB 0323 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1909 PA 283, entitled "An act to revise, consolidate, and add to the laws relating to the establishment, opening, discontinuing, vacating, closing, altering, improvement, maintenance, and use of the public highways and private roads; the condemnation of property and gravel therefor; the building, repairing and preservation of bridges; maintaining public access to waterways under certain conditions; setting and protecting shade trees, drainage, and cutting weeds and brush within this state; providing for the election or appointment and defining the powers, duties, and compensation of state, county, township, and district highway officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 6 of chapter IV (MCL 224.6), as amended by 2015 PA 237. Representative Meerman moved to refer Senate Bill No. 322 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison, Kuppa. Nays: Reps. Howell, Sowerby, Garza, Hope. Pass: None. Representative Meerman moved to refer Senate Bill No. 323 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison, Kuppa. Nays: Reps. Howell, Sowerby, Garza, Hope. Pass: None. Representative Marino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 4, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. James Lower adjourned the meeting at 12:20 PM. Representative James Lower, Chair Angie Lake Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 521, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2019-09-18
    Meeting id
    meeting-2166
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2019-09-18 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2019-09-18 10:39:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-126
    Committee name
    Tax Policy
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY REP. LYNN AFENDOULIS CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 18, 2019 10:30 AM Room 521, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by the Chair. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett. Absent/Excused: Rep. Robinson. Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 11, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4125 before the committee: HB 4125 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967,"by amending sections 51 and 51d (MCL 206.51 and 206.51d), as amended by 2018 PA 588; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Substitute (H-1) to HB 4125 was previously adopted on September 11, 2019. Representative O'Malley moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4125. The motion prevailed 12- 2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Hall, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett. Nays: Reps. Lower, Steven Johnson. Pass: None. Representative Schroeder moved to refer House Bill No. 4125 to the committee on Appropriations, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett. Nays: Reps. Lower, Steven Johnson, Hall. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4125, but did not wish to speak: Chris Glass, representing the Michigan Talent Triangle. Kathleen Merry, representing the Wayne County RESA. Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe Intermediate School Districts. Ray Felman, representing the Middle Cities Education Association. Dirk Weeldreyer, representing the School Equity Caucus. Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators. Patti Tremblay, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators. David Randels, representing the Oakland Schools. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Julie Rowe, representing the American Federation of Teachers. Andy Nevmann, representing the Michigan Education Association. Representative Yancey moved to excuse Representative Robinson from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the meeting at 10:39 AM. Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 521, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2019-09-18
    Meeting id
    meeting-2167
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2019-09-18 10:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2019-09-18 11:07:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-128
    Committee name
    Ways and Means
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS REP. BRANDT IDEN CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 18, 2019 10:30 AM Room 519, House Office Building The House Standing Committee on Ways and Means was called to order by Chair Iden. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Hertel. Absent/Excused: Rep. Neeley. Representative Warren moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 17, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4389, HB 4390 and HB 4391 before the committee: HB 4389 (Rep. Allor) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act,"(MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by amending the heading of subpart 1 of part 147 and by adding sections 14701, 14703, 14705, and 14707. HB 4390 (Rep. Yaroch) A bill to amend 1966 PA 291, entitled "Firefighters training council act, "by amending sections 2 and 9 (MCL 29.362 and 29.369), as amended by 2017 PA 144, and by adding section 9c. HB 4391 (Rep. Yaroch) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act, "by amending section 14 (MCL 408.1014), as amended by 2012 PA 415, and by adding section 14r. Representative Allor and Representative Yaroch testified in support of HB 4389, HB 4390 and HB 4391. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4389, but did not wish to speak: Jason Geer, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Travis Boeskool, representing the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4390 and HB 4391, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs. Mike Burke, representing the Michigan State Fireman's Association. Mark Docherty, representing the Michigan Professional Firefighters Union. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4389, HB 4390 and HB 4391, but did not wish to speak: Eric Friedman, representing the DOW. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Alia Phillips, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Representative Warren moved to excuse Representative Neeley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at 11:07 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 519, House Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2019-09-18
    Meeting id
    meeting-2168
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2019-09-18 10:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
Day date
2019-09-18
Interpretation
Counts describe collected public records on this date. They do not measure all work, and a proceeding-level quorum outcome does not establish any individual's attendance.
Members with activity
148
Observation state
observations found
Sitting count
2
Sittings
  • Chamber
    house
    Evidence status
    convened journal
    Journal object name
    2019-HJ-09-18-087
    Linked media count
    1
    Named action count
    15
    Quorum method
    explicit language
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Quorum text
    The roll was called by the Clerk of the House of Representatives, who announced that a quorum was present.
    Roll call count
    9
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Scheduled state
    official schedule observed
    Session name
    2019-2020
    Sitting date
    2019-09-18
    Sitting id
    sitting-1220
  • Chamber
    senate
    Evidence status
    convened journal
    Journal object name
    2019-SJ-09-18-087
    Linked media count
    1
    Named action count
    26
    Quorum method
    explicit language
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Quorum text
    The roll was called by the Secretary of the Senate, who announced that a quorum was present.
    Roll call count
    1
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Scheduled state
    official schedule observed
    Session name
    2019-2020
    Sitting date
    2019-09-18
    Sitting id
    sitting-1440

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