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2020-09-16

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For 2020-09-16, the release reports observations found. It contains 2057 attributable activity rows naming 147 members.

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2
Committee meetings
11

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11
Committee meetings
  • Actual end
    2020-09-16 08:42:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-109
    Committee name
    Appropriations
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS REP. SHANE HERNANDEZ CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 16, 2020 8:30 AM Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building The House Committee on Appropriations was called to order by Chair Hernandez. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Bollin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 1066, SB 1067, SB 1068, SB 1069, SB 1070 and SB 1071 before the committee: SB 1066 (Sen. Bumstead) A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled "Michigan strategic fund act," by amending section 29d (MCL 125.2029d), as amended by 2011 PA 291. SB 1067 (Sen. Hertel) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 303a (MCL 436.1303a), as added by 2018 PA 155. SB 1068 (Sen. Hertel) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 11550 and 16908 (MCL 324.11550 and 324.16908), section 11550 as amended by 2018 PA 640 and section 16908 as amended by 2014 PA 543. SB 1069 (Sen. Hollier) A bill to amend 1994 PA 295, entitled "Sex offenders registration act," by amending section 5b (MCL 28.725b), as amended by 2011 PA 17. SB 1070 (Sen. Hollier) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 819 (MCL 257.819), as amended by 2016 PA 280. SB 1071 (Sen. Hollier) A bill to amend 1987 PA 231, entitled "An act to create a transportation economic development fund in the state treasury; to prescribe the uses of and distributions from this fund; to create the office of economic development and to prescribe its powers and duties; to prescribe the powers and duties of the state transportation department, state transportation commission, and certain other bodies; and to permit the issuance of certain bonds," by amending section 11 (MCL 247.911), as amended by 2018 PA 473. Mary Ann Cleary, Director of the House Fiscal Agency, testified on the bills. At 8:34 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 8:36 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Allor moved to report out SB 1066 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Tate moved to report out SB 1067 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Peterson moved to report out SB 1068 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Sabo moved to report out SB 1069 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Cherry moved to report out SB 1070 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Kennedy moved to report out SB 1071 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Sheppard, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Shane Hernandez adjourned the meeting at 8:42 AM. Representative Shane Hernandez, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2020-09-16
    Meeting id
    meeting-2518
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 08:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2020-09-16 09:07:00.000000
    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 16, 2020 9:00 AM Room 521, House Office Building The House Committee on Communications and Technology was called to order by Chair Hoitenga. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Hoitenga, Steven Johnson, Wozniak, Coleman, Chirkun. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Coleman moved to adopt the minutes from the September 9th, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4288 before the committee: HB 4288 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to create a statewide broadband service grant program; and to establish a process for the application and awarding of grant funds. Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4288. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoitenga, Steven Johnson, Wozniak, Coleman, Chirkun. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Coleman moved to refer House Bill No. 4288 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 4-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoitenga, Wozniak, Coleman, Chirkun. Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson. Pass: None. The Chair laid HR 283 before the committee: HR 283 (Rep. Hoitenga) A resolution to urge the Congress of the United States to allocate funding for states that have established broadband expansion block grant programs. Representative Wozniak moved to report out HR 283 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 4-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoitenga, Wozniak, Coleman, Chirkun. Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4288 (H-2), but did not wish to speak: Bree Anderson, representing the Michigan Department of Technology Management and Budget. Gavin Goetz, representing the AT&T Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4288 (H-2), but did not wish to speak: Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michele Hoitenga adjourned the meeting at 9:07 AM. Representative Michele Hoitenga, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 521, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2020-09-16
    Meeting id
    meeting-2519
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 09:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2020-09-16 10:58:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-112
    Committee name
    Education
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION REP. PAMELA HORNBERGER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 16, 2020 10:30 AM Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building The House Committee on Education was called to order by Chair Hornberger. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley, Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar. Absent: Rep. Stone. Excused: Rep. Stone. Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6171 and HB 6172 before the committee: HB 6171 (Rep. VanSingel) Higher education; tuition; tuition grants; modify. HB 6172 (Rep. Anthony) Higher education; financial aid; state competitive scholarships; modify. Representatives VanSingel and Anthony introduced the bills. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 6172, but did not wish to speak: Dan Hurley, representing the CEO-Michigan Association of State Universities. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 6172, but did not wish to speak: Jane Spitzley. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 6171, but did not wish to speak: Jane Spitzley. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6171 and HB 6172, but did not wish to speak: Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury. Katie Fuller, representing the Education Trust Midwest. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Ryan Fewins-Bliss, representing the Michigan College Access Network. Peter Ryark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. The Chair laid HB 4174 before the committee: HB 4174 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1943 PA 148, entitled "Proprietary schools act," by amending section 1a (MCL 395.101a), as amended by 2016 PA 146. Representative Fredrick and Howard Hipes, representing Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 2, testified on the bill. William Miller, representing the Operating Engineers Local 324, testified in support of HB 4174. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4174, but did not wish to speak: Jane Spitzley. At 10:47 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:56 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HR 234 before the committee: HR 234 (Rep. Wakeman) A resolution to memorialize the Congress of the United States to repeal the federal ban on Pell grants for prison-based education. Representative O'Malley moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HR 234. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley, Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wakeman moved to report out HR 234 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Hall, Markkanen, O'Malley, Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, Brenda Carter, Tyrone Carter, Koleszar. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 234, but did not wish to speak: Ryan Fewins-Bliss, representing the Michigan College Access Network. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Jane Spitzley. Representative Camilleri moved to excuse Representative Stone from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Pamela Hornberger adjourned the meeting at 10:58 AM. Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair Matthew Carnagie Acting Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2020-09-16
    Meeting id
    meeting-2520
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 10:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2020-09-16 14:31:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-117
    Committee name
    Government Operations
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENT OPERATIONS REP. JASON M SHEPPARD CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 16, 2020 2:16 PM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Government Operations was called to order by Chair Sheppard. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig, Rabhi. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Cole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 9, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5981 before the committee: HB 5981 (Rep. Glenn) A bill to create the office of the state employee ombudsman; to provide a process for investigating and evaluating reports of suspected violations of law, conduct or decisions that may endanger public health or safety, and gross mismanagement of public funds; to prescribe the powers and duties of the office, the ombudsman, the legislative council, and certain other state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies. Representative Glenn introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5981 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig, Rabhi. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 6100 before the committee: HB 6100 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 2016 PA 235, entitled "Public threat alert system act," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 28.672 and 28.673). Representative Slagh introduced the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Cole moved to report out HB 6100 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 3-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly. Nays: Reps. Greig, Rabhi. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jason Sheppard adjourned the meeting at 2:31 PM. Representative Jason Sheppard, Chair Matthew Carnagie Acting Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 308, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2020-09-16
    Meeting id
    meeting-2521
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 14:16:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2020-09-16 14:45:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-118
    Committee name
    Health Policy
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY REP. HANK VAUPEL CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 16, 2020 2:00 PM Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building The House Committee on Health Policy was called to order by Chair Vaupel. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Filler moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 8, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 669, SB 673, SB 671, SB 672 and SB 674 before the committee: SB 669 (Sen. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 20145, 22201, 22203, 22207, 22208, 22209, 22215, 22221, and 22227 (MCL 333.20145, 333.22201, 333.22203, 333.22207, 333.22208, 333.22209, 333.22215, 333.22221, and 333.22227), section 20145 as amended by 2015 PA 104, section 22201 as added by 1988 PA 332, sections 22203, 22207, 22209, 22215, and 22221 as amended by 2002 PA 619, section 22208 as amended by 2011 PA 51, and section 22227 as amended by 1993 PA 88. SB 673 (Sen. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending sections 100c and 137 (MCL 330.1100c and 330.1137), section 100c as amended by 2016 PA 320 and section 137 as amended by 2015 PA 59, and by adding section 137a. SB 671 (Sen. Theis) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 22211 and 22215 (MCL 333.22211 and 333.22215), section 22211 as amended by 2014 PA 107 and section 22215 as amended by 2002 PA 619. SB 672 (Sen. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 22203 (MCL 333.22203), as amended by 2002 PA 619. SB 674 (Sen. MacDonald) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 22203 (MCL 333.22203), as amended by 2002 PA 619. Senator VanderWall testified in support of SB 669, SB 671, SB 672, SB 673, and SB 674. Questions and discussion followed. Annie Patnaude, representing Americans for Prosperity, testified in support of SB 669, SB 671, SB 672 and SB 674. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 669, SB 671, SB 672, SB 673, and SB 674, but did not wish to speak: Greg George, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 669, SB 672, SB 673, and SB 674, but did not wish to speak: Emily Schwarzkopf, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 671, but did not wish to speak: Emily Schwarzkopf, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 674, but did not wish to speak: David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 669, SB 672, and SB 673 but did not wish to speak: David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 673, but did not wish to speak: Pamela Casper, RN, representing the herself. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 669, but did not wish to speak: Rich Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan. The Chair laid HB 5929 before the committee: HB 5929 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16186 (MCL 333.16186), as amended by 2006 PA 398. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5929, but did not wish to speak: Alisha Cottrell, representing the Ascension Michigan. Rachel Kelley, representing the Ascension Michigan. Rich Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan. Representative Whiteford moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5929. The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Whiteford moved to refer House Bill No. 5929 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5446 before the committee: HB 5446 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16605 and 16608 (MCL 333.16605 and 333.16608), section 16605 as amended by 2018 PA 463 and section 16608 as amended by 2002 PA 643. Representative Frederick moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5446. The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Frederick moved to refer House Bill No. 5446 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 6137 and HB 6138 before the committee: HB 6137 (Rep. Love) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 21717 (MCL 333.21717), as amended by 2014 PA 66, and by adding sections 21317 and 21717a. HB 6138 (Rep. Love) A bill to require long-term care facilities to report certain data; to prescribe civil sanctions; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities; and to allow for the promulgation of rules. Representative Afendoulis moved to refer House Bill No. 6137 to the Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors. The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Ellison moved to refer House Bill No. 6138 to the Committee on Families, Children, and Seniors. The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Vaupel adjourned the meeting at 2:45 PM. Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2020-09-16
    Meeting id
    meeting-2522
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 14:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-214
    Committee name
    Joint Select Committee on the COVID-19 Pandemic (HCR 20)
    Evidence text
    The Joint Select Committee on the COVID-19 Pandemic (HCR 20) submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at 8:15 a.m., Room 519, House Office Building Present: Senators Nesbitt, LaSata, Hertel, and Hollier Excused: Senator Schmidt
    Location
    Room 519, House Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2020-09-16
    Meeting id
    meeting-3140
    Meeting state
    held
    Minutes url
    Not recorded
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 08:15:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2020-09-16 11:44:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-120
    Committee name
    Judiciary
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY REP. GRAHAM FILLER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 16, 2020 10:15 AM Room 519, House Office Building The House Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Filler. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Howell moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 15, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101 before the committee: HB 6030 (Rep. Albert) A bill to provide minimum requirements for claims alleging exposure to COVID-19; establishing liability standards for claims alleging exposure to COVID-19; precluding liability if conduct complies with regulations, orders, or public health guidance; and limiting liability with respect to certain products made, sold, or donated in response to COVID-19. HB 6031 (Rep. Brann) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," (MCL 408.1001 to 408.1094) by adding section 85. HB 6032 (Rep. Filler) A bill to prohibit an employer from taking certain actions against an employee who does not report to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit an employee from reporting to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit discrimination and retaliation for engaging in certain activities; to provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 6101 (Rep. Byrd) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," (MCL 408.1001 to 408.1094) by adding sections 85 and 85a. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101, but did not wish to speak: Ed Eickhoff, representing the International Council of Shopping Centers. John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council. Rich Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan. Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber, testified in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101. Questions and discussion followed. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 6030. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaGrand offered the following amendments to HB 6030: 1. Amend page 5, line 9, by striking out all of section 4. 2. Amend page 5, line 16, after "operates" by striking out the balance of the line through "harm" on line 19 and inserting "in compliance with federal and state statutes or regulations, executive orders, and state agency orders and consistent with public health guidance, that are applicable at the time to the conduct or risk that allegedly caused harm,". Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendments to HB 6030. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to report House Bill No. 6030 as amended, as substitute (H-4). The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak. Nays: Reps. Guerra, Yancey, Bolden. Pass: Reps. LaGrand, Elder. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 6031. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 6031 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 4). The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak. Nays: Reps. Guerra, Yancey, Bolden. Pass: Reps. LaGrand, Elder. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 6032. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 6032 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak. Nays: Reps. Guerra, Yancey, Bolden. Pass: Reps. LaGrand, Elder. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 6101. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 6101 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak. Nays: Reps. Guerra, Yancey, Bolden. Pass: Reps. LaGrand, Elder. The Chair laid HB 6159 before the committee: HB 6159 (Rep. Hauck) A bill to provide immunity for health care providers and health care facilities in the event of a pandemic; and to clarify the time frame for the immunity. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6159, but did not wish to speak: Dalton Herbel, representing the Leading Age Michigan. John Shaski, representing the Sparrow Health Systems. Representative Elder offered the following amendment to HB 6159: 1. Amend page 3, following line 13, by inserting: "Sec. 6. This act does not apply to claims covered by the worker's disability compensation act of 1969, 1969 PA 317, MCL 418.101 to 418.941.". Representative Elder moved to adopt the amendment to HB 6159. The motion prevailed 13- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave moved to report House Bill No. 6159 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-3-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Elder. Nays: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden. Pass: Rep. Yancey. At 10:41 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:42 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4676 before the committee: HB 4676 (Rep. Anthony) A bill to prohibit the recording of deeds or other instruments relating to real property that contain certain restrictive covenants or conditions; to make such restrictions unenforceable; and to provide remedies with respect to those instruments. Representative Howell moved to report out House Bill No. 4676 with the recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Local Government and Municipal Finance. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5464 before the committee: HB 5464 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 6e to chapter V. Representative Lightner and Jeff Clayton, representing the American Bail Coalition, testified in support of HB 5464. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 6169 and HB 6170 before the committee: HB 6169 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 552b (MCL 750.552b), as added by 1996 PA 232. HB 6170 (Rep. VanSingel) A bill to amend 1909 PA 17, entitled "An act to prohibit or limit the access by prisoners and by employees of correctional facilities to certain weapons and wireless communication devices and to alcoholic liquor, drugs, medicines, poisons, and controlled substances in, on, or outside of correctional facilities; to prohibit or limit the bringing into or onto certain facilities and real property, and the disposition of, certain weapons, substances, and wireless communication devices; to prohibit or limit the selling, giving, or furnishing of certain weapons, substances, and wireless communication devices to prisoners; to prohibit the control or possession of certain weapons, substances, and wireless communication devices by prisoners; and to prescribe penalties," by amending sections 1a and 3a (MCL 800.281a and 800.283a), section 1a as amended by 1998 PA 514 and section 3a as amended by 2012 PA 255. Representative Van Singel testified in support of HB 6169 and HB 6170. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5846, HB 5847, HB 5848, HB 5849, HB 5850, HB 5851, HB 5852, HB 5853 and HCR 29 before the committee: HB 5846 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 204a, 208, 303, 304, 315, 317, 319, 320d, 320e, 321a, 323d, 328, 732a, 732b, 904, and 907 (MCL 257.204a, 257.208, 257.303, 257.304, 257.315, 257.317, 257.319, 257.320d, 257.320e, 257.321a, 257.323d, 257.328, 257.732a, 257.732b, 257.904, and 257.907), section 204a as amended by 2016 PA 332, section 208 as amended by 2006 PA 565, sections 303 and 320d as amended by 2012 PA 498, section 304 as amended by 2018 PA 48, section 315 as amended by 2008 PA 7, section 317 as amended by 2018 PA 566, section 319 as amended by 2016 PA 358, section 320e as amended by 2003 PA 152, section 321a as amended by 2017 PA 236, section 323d as added by 1993 PA 359, section 328 as amended by 2015 PA 135, sections 732a and 732b as amended by 2018 PA 50, section 904 as amended by 2018 PA 212, and section 907 as amended by 2015 PA 126; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 5847 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending sections 701 and 703 (MCL 436.1701 and 436.1703), section 701 as amended by 2020 PA 78 and section 703 as amended by 2019 PA 131. HB 5848 (Rep. Lasinski) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending sections 3303 and 3320 (MCL 500.3303 and 500.3320), section 3303 as amended by 1980 PA 461 and section 3320 as amended by 2012 PA 204. HB 5849 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 151d (MCL 600.151d), as amended by 2011 PA 234. HB 5850 (Rep. Warren) A bill to amend 1982 PA 295, entitled "Support and parenting time enforcement act," by amending sections 28, 29, 30, 44, and 45 (MCL 552.628, 552.629, 552.630, 552.644, and 552.645), sections 28, 29, and 30 as amended by 2009 PA 193 and sections 44 and 45 as amended by 2014 PA 378. HB 5851 (Rep. Yancey) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7408a (MCL 333.7408a), as amended by 2012 PA 501. HB 5852 (Rep. Stone) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 1e (MCL 769.1e), as amended by 2000 PA 220. HB 5853 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 208b, 215, 217, 217c, 226a, 233, 233a, 234, 239, 244, 248, 248f, 251, 252a, 255, 256, 301, 306, 310, 311, 312, 312a, 315, 317, 324, 325, 326, 328, 503, 624b, 675, 677a, 682c, 698, 707c, 722, 724, 728d, 904, 904a, 904e, 905, and 907 (MCL 257.208b, 257.215, 257.217, 257.217c, 257.226a, 257.233, 257.233a, 257.234, 257.239, 257.244, 257.248, 257.248f, 257.251, 257.252a, 257.255, 257.256, 257.301, 257.306, 257.310, 257.311, 257.312, 257.312a, 257.315, 257.317, 257.324, 257.325, 257.326, 257.328, 257.503, 257.624b, 257.675, 257.677a, 257.682c, 257.698, 257.707c, 257.722, 257.724, 257.728d, 257.904, 257.904a, 257.904e, 257.905, and 257.907), section 208b as amended by 2019 PA 88, sections 217 and 233 as amended by 2014 PA 290, section 217c as amended by 2018 PA 108, section 226a as amended by 2006 PA 516, section 233a as amended by 2000 PA 82, section 234 as amended by 2002 PA 552, section 244 as amended by 2013 PA 231, section 248 as amended by 2018 PA 420, section 248f as amended by 2006 PA 298, section 251 as amended by 2012 PA 498, section 252a as amended by 2018 PA 347, section 255 as amended by 2018 PA 64, section 256 as amended by 1987 PA 34, section 301 as amended by 2011 PA 159, sections 306 and 324 as amended by 2015 PA 11, section 310 as amended by 2018 PA 177, section 311 as amended by 1983 PA 63, section 312 as amended by 2000 PA 456, section 312a as amended by 2016 PA 318, section 315 as amended by 2008 PA 7, section 317 as amended by 2018 PA 566, section 328 as amended by 2015 PA 135, section 503 as added by 2013 PA 218, section 624b as amended by 2003 PA 61, section 675 as amended by 2018 PA 179, section 682c as added by 2012 PA 262, section 698 as amended by 2018 PA 342, section 722 as amended by 2018 PA 274, section 724 as amended by 2018 PA 651, section 904 as amended by 2018 PA 212, section 904a as amended by 1985 PA 53, section 904e as amended by 1999 PA 73, section 905 as added by 1980 PA 518, and section 907 as amended by 2015 PA 126; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HCR 29 (Rep. LaFave) A concurrent resolution opposing the enactment and enforcement of a state law, under a federal mandate, that requires the suspension or revocation or the delay of issuance or reinstatement, of a driver's license to an individual convicted of a drug offense. Representative Yancey, Representative Stone, Representative Kahle, Representative Mueller, and Representative LaFave testified in support of HB 5846, HB 5847, HB 5848, HB 5849, HB 5850, HB 5851, HB 5852, HB 5853 and HCR 29. David Guenther Mackinac Center, representing the Kimberly Buddin ACLU, testified in support of HB 5846, HB 5847, HB 5848, HB 5849, HB 5850, HB 5851, HB 5852, HB 5853 and HCR 29. Questions and discussion followed. Geoffrey Leonard, representing the Detroit Justice Center, testified in support of HB 5846, HB 5847, HB 5848, HB 5849, HB 5850, HB 5851, HB 5852, HB 5853 and HCR 29. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5846, HB 5847, HB 5848, HB 5849, HB 5850, HB 5851, HB 5852 and HCR 29, but did not wish to speak: Tom Boyd, representing the State Court Administrator. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5846, HB 5847, HB 5848, HB 5849, HB 5850, HB 5851 and HB 5852, but did not wish to speak: Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5846, HB 5847, HB 5848, HB 5849, HB 5850, HB 5851, HB 5852 and HB 5853, but did not wish to speak: Kathy Hagenian, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Suzanne Connor, representing the Traverse City Human Rights Commission.. Alex Rossman, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Josh Hoe, representing the Safe and Just Michigan. Lois De Mott Pullano, representing the Citizens for Prison Reform. Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5846, HB 5847, HB 5848, HB 5849, HB 5850, HB 5851, HB 5852 and HB 5853, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police. Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at 11:44 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov
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    MEMBERS: SEN. PETER J. LUCIDO, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR SEN. LANA THEIS SEN. MICHAEL D. MACDONALD SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON OVERSIGHT SENATOR ED MCBROOM CHAIR 7200 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING P.O. BOX 30036 LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536 PHONE: (517) 373-7840 FAX: (517) 373-3932 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES September 16, 2020 A meeting of the Senate Committee on Oversight was scheduled for Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at 9:00 a.m., in the 403 Room of the Capitol Building. The agenda summary is as follows: 1. Update from the Michigan Department of Corrections regarding their response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:08 a.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Lucido, Theis, MacDonald and Irwin, a quorum was present. The Chair invited the committee to recite the Pledge of Allegiance. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lucido to adopt the meeting minutes from September 15, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair summarized the days' agenda. The Chair invited Heidi Washington, Director of the Michigan Department of Corrections to update the committee on the Departments' response to the COVID -19 pandemic and departmental staffing issues. Director Washington provided a hand-out to the members. Member questions followed and additional information was requested. There being no further business before the committee, Sen. MacDonald moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:57 a.m. Date Adopted by Committee: . September 17, 2020
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    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON REGULATORY REFORM REP. MICHAEL WEBBER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 16, 2020 12:00 PM Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building The House Committee on Regulatory Reform was called to order by the Chair Webber. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Absent: Rep. Jones. Excused: Rep. Jones. At 12:06 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:11 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 10, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6190 before the committee: HB 6190 (Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 12521, 12522, 12523, 12524, 12525, 12526, 12527, 12527a, 12528, 12529, 12530, 12531, 12531a, 12532, 12533, and 12534 (MCL 333.12521, 333.12522, 333.12523, 333.12524, 333.12525, 333.12526, 333.12527, 333.12527a, 333.12528, 333.12529, 333.12530, 333.12531, 333.12531a, 333.12532, 333.12533, and 333.12534), sections 12521, 12527, 12527a, 12528, 12529, and 12532 as amended by 2004 PA 408, section 12522 as amended by 2014 PA 430, section 12525 as amended by 1980 PA 522, section 12531a as added by 1989 PA 153, and section 12533 as amended by 1989 PA 153. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6190, but did not wish to speak: Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy.. Representative Filler moved to refer House Bill No. 6190 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 6191 before the committee: HB 6191 (Rep. Sheppard) A bill to amend 1950 (Ex Sess) PA 27, entitled "Motor vehicle sales finance act," by amending sections 2, 13, and 18 (MCL 492.102, 492.113, and 492.118), section 2 as amended by 2013 PA 16, section 13 as amended by 2009 PA 231, and section 18 as amended by 2002 PA 699. Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6191. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Wendzel moved to refer House Bill No. 6191 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5897 before the committee: HB 5897 (Rep. Gay-Dagnogo) A bill to amend 2011 PA 256, entitled "Michigan fireworks safety act," by amending section 7 (MCL 28.457), as amended by 2018 PA 635. Representative Chirkun moved to refer House Bill No. 5897 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 10-1-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun. Nays: Rep. Liberati. Pass: Reps. Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. The Chair laid SB 897 before the committee: SB 897 (Sen. LaSata) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 536 (MCL 436.1536), as amended by 2019 PA 131. Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 897. The motion prevailed 14- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 897, but did not wish to speak: Juan Escareno, representing the Midwest Independent Retailers Association.. Representative Wendzel moved to refer Senate Bill No. 897 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 779 before the committee: SB 779 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending sections 3a, 3b, and 3c (MCL 445.573a, 445.573b, and 445.573c), section 3a as added by 1989 PA 148, section 3b as amended by 1998 PA 473, and section 3c as amended by 1996 PA 384. Spencer Nevins, representing the Michigan Beer & Wine Wholesalers, testified in support of SB 779. Representative Cambensy moved to refer Senate Bill No. 779 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 659 before the committee: SB 659 (Sen. MacGregor) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 248l (MCL 257.248l), as added by 2018 PA 420. Representative Crawford moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 659. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Crawford moved to refer Senate Bill No. 659 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4213 before the committee: HB 4213 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 1114 (MCL 436.2114), as amended by 2011 PA 27 and by adding section 1116. Representative Berman, representing the explained changes in substitute, testified in support of HB 4213. Representative Berman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4213. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4213, but did not wish to speak: Ruth Schwendinger, representing the Huron County Recovery and Prevention Roundtable.. Mike Tobias, representing the Michigan Alcohol Policy Promoting Health and Safety.. Bill Amundsen, representing the Michigan Council on Alcohol Problems.. Representative Berman moved to refer House Bill No. 4213 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Hoitenga, Filler, Wendzel, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: Reps. Frederick, Hall, Chirkun. Pass: None. At 12:35 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:40 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid SB 781, SB 782, SB 784, SB 785, SB 786 and SB 783 before the committee: SB 781 (Sen. Ananich) A bill to amend 1993 PA 327, entitled "Tobacco products tax act," by amending sections 2, 6, 7, and 12 (MCL 205.422, 205.426, 205.427, and 205.432), section 2 as amended by 2012 PA 188, section 6 as amended by 1997 PA 187, section 7 as amended by 2016 PA 86, and section 12 as amended by 2018 PA 639. SB 782 (Sen. Bullock) A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled "Youth tobacco act," by amending the title and section 4 (MCL 722.644), as amended by 2019 PA 18, and by adding section 2d. SB 784 (Sen. Theis) A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled "Youth tobacco act," by amending section 1 (MCL 722.641), as amended by 2019 PA 18. SB 785 (Sen. Zorn) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 42b (MCL 750.42b), as added by 1992 PA 273. SB 786 (Sen. Wojno) A bill to amend 1971 PA 79, entitled "Age of majority act of 1971," by amending section 3 (MCL 722.53). SB 783 (Sen. Runestad) A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled "Youth tobacco act," (MCL 722.641 to 722.645) by adding section 1a. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 781, SB 782, SB 784, SB 785 and SB 783, but did not wish to speak: Jared Burkhart, representing the Keep MI Kids Tobacco Free Alliance.. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 781, SB 782, SB 784, SB 785, SB 786 and SB 783, but did not wish to speak: Jake German, Dunaskiss Consulting, representing the Eric Curtis, Michigan Vape Shop Owners.. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 781, SB 782, SB 784, SB 785, SB 786 and SB 783, but did not wish to speak: Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber.. Eric Rule, representing the Mr. E Liquid.. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 781, SB 782, SB 784, SB 785, SB 786 and SB 783, but did not wish to speak: Paul Steiner, representing the Tobacco Free Michigan.. Bridget Melinn, representing the American Heart Association.. Andrew Schepers, representing the American Cancer Society Action Network.. Alice Betz, representing the Michigan Chapter of the American College of Cardiology.. Jodi Radke, representing the Campaign for Tobacco Free Kids.. Representative Hall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 781. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Filler moved to refer Senate Bill No. 781 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Liberati, Cambensy. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Berman, Hoitenga, Chirkun, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Representative Filler moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 782. The motion prevailed 14-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Chirkun offered the following amendment to SB 782: 1. Amend page 6, line 19, by striking out all of subsection (8) and renumbering the remaining subsection. Representative Chirkun moved to adopt the amendment to SB 782. The motion did not prevail 5-9-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel. Pass: None. Representative Filler moved to refer Senate Bill No. 782 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Liberati, Cambensy. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Berman, Hoitenga, Chirkun, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Representative Filler moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 783. The motion prevailed 14-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Crawford moved to refer Senate Bill No. 783 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-1-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Liberati, Cambensy. Nays: Rep. Chirkun. Pass: Reps. Berman, Hoitenga, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Representative Hall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 784. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Garza offered the following amendment to SB 784: 1. Amend page 3, line 18, after "located" by striking out "may conduct" and inserting "must conduct at least 1". 2. Amend page 3, line 18, after "compliance" by striking out "checks" and inserting "check". Representative Garza moved to adopt the amendment to SB 784. The motion did not prevail 5-9-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel. Pass: None. Representative Crawford moved to refer Senate Bill No. 784 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Liberati, Cambensy. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Berman, Hoitenga, Chirkun, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Representative Filler moved to refer Senate Bill No. 785 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Liberati, Cambensy. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Berman, Hoitenga, Chirkun, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Representative Filler moved to refer Senate Bill No. 786 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Liberati, Cambensy. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Berman, Hoitenga, Chirkun, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. The Chair laid HB 4039 before the committee: HB 4039 (Rep. Brann) A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled "Youth tobacco act," by amending the title and sections 1, 2a, and 4 (MCL 722.641, 722.642a, and 722.644), the title and sections 1 and 4 as amended by 2006 PA 236 and section 2a as added by 1992 PA 272, and by adding section 3a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4039, but did not wish to speak: Bridget Melinn, representing the American Heart Association.. Andrew Schepers, representing the American Cancer Society Action Network.. Representative Frederick moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4039. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Frederick moved to refer House Bill No. 4039 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 12-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Garza, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Berman, Hoitenga. The Chair laid HB 5486 before the committee: HB 5486 (Rep. Brann) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 502c (MCL 750.502c), as amended by 2015 PA 144. Representative Brann and Tony Clementi, representing the Paws with a Cause, testified in support of HB 5486. The Chair laid HB 6173 before the committee: HB 6173 (Rep. Lightner) 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 3l. Representative Lightener testified in support of HB 6173. The Chair laid SB 691 before the committee: SB 691 (Sen. Schmidt) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 1108 (MCL 339.1108), as amended by 2014 PA 136. Senator Schmidt testified in support of SB 691. Jeff Jensen, representing the State Barber Board of Examiners, testified in support of SB 691. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Chirkun moved to excuse Representative Jones from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michael Webber adjourned the meeting at 1:23 PM. Representative Michael Webber, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: December 1, 2020
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    Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building
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    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
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    committee-215
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    Senate Fiscal Agency Governing Board
    Evidence text
    The Senate Fiscal Agency Governing Board submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, September 16, 2020, at 8:30 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building Present: Senators Stamas (C), Shirkey, Bumstead, Ananich and Hertel
    Location
    Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2020-09-16
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    Minutes url
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    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 08:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
  • Actual end
    2020-09-16 12:56:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
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    committee-127
    Committee name
    Transportation
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION REP. JACK O'MALLEY CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, September 16, 2020 12:00 PM Room 519, House Office Building The House Committee on Transportation was called to order by Chair O'Malley. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Sneller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 10, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5920 before the committee: HB 5920 (Rep. Peterson) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," (MCL 257.1 to 257.923) by adding section 811aa. Representative Petersen, joined by Dr. Wanda Whitten-Shurney, CEO of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America - Michigan Chapter testified in support of HB 5920. Questions and discussion followed. Stefani Worth, representing the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America - Michigan Chapter, testified in support of HB 5920. Dr. Susumu Inoue, representing the Hurley Medical Center, testified in support of HB 5920. Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with a neutral position on HB 5920. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5920, but did not wish to speak: Senator Sylvia Santana. Representative Cynthia A. Johnson. Representative Bellino moved to refer House Bill No. 5920 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 379 before the committee: SB 379 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," (MCL 247.651 to 247.675) by adding section 11a. Stephen Gilbert, representing Senator Victory's office, testified in support of SB 379. Questions and discussion followed. Mark Posldofer, Tim Croze, and Melissa Longworth, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation, testified in support of SB 379. Questions and discussion followed. John Boothroyd, representing the Michigan Sugar Company, testified in support of SB 379. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 379, but did not wish to speak: John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Chemistry Council. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 379, but did not wish to speak: Andrew Vermeesch, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Chuck Lippstreu, representing the Michigan Agri Business. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 12:56 PM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 519, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2020-09-16
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    meeting-2525
    Meeting state
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    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2020-09-16 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2019-2020
Day date
2020-09-16
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
147
Observation state
observations found
Sitting count
2
Sittings
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    Journal object name
    2020-HJ-09-16-073
    Linked media count
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    Named action count
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    Quorum method
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    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
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    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Scheduled state
    official schedule observed
    Session name
    2019-2020
    Sitting date
    2020-09-16
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  • Chamber
    senate
    Evidence status
    convened journal
    Journal object name
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    Linked media count
    1
    Named action count
    17
    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
    18
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Scheduled state
    official schedule observed
    Session name
    2019-2020
    Sitting date
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