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2023-03-08

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For 2023-03-08, the release reports observations found. It contains 2662 attributable activity rows naming 148 members.

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2
Committee meetings
20

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2662
Committee meeting count
20
Committee meetings
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-342
    Committee name
    Agriculture and Natural Resources
    Evidence text
    The Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Natural Resources submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 12:00 noon, Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building Present: Senators Cherry (C), Shink, Bumstead and Theis Excused: Senator Singh
    Location
    Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-3809
    Meeting state
    held
    Minutes url
    Not recorded
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 13:59:00.000000
    Actual start
    2023-03-08 13:16:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-342
    Committee name
    Agriculture and Natural Resources
    Evidence text
    **DRAFT** COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 8, 2023 A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Natural Resources was scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 12:00 noon, in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:16 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Shink and Bumstead. A quorum was present. Member Senator Theis then joined the meeting. Senator Singh was excused. The subcommittee then moved to approve the minutes of their meeting of 2/15/23. The subcommittee welcomed Rich Bowman, Director of Policy, Michigan Nature Conservancy, who testified on the mission of his organization and its work in Michigan. In particular, he spoke of its efforts to encourage the practice of regenerative agriculture in the state. He was joined by colleague Ben Wickerham. The subcommittee then welcomed Kathy Angerer, Acting Director, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD), who testified on the importance of regenerative agriculture practices, its core principles, its role in agriculture sustainability, impact on carbon emissions, protecting water from agrichemical runoff, and mitigating and adapting to climate change. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:59 p.m. Page 1 of 1
    Location
    the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-5035
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 14:55:00.000000
    Actual start
    2023-03-08 14:00:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-267
    Committee name
    Appropriations
    Evidence text
    21ST DISTRICT SANTHONY@SENATE.MICHIGAN.GOV THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS SENATOR SARAH ANTHONY CHAIR 324 CAPITOL BUILDING P.O. BOX 30036 LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536 PHONE: (517) 373-6960 FAX: (517) 373-0897 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 8, 2023 A meeting of the Senate Committee on Appropriations was scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., in the Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room. Presentation by Quentin Messer Jr., Chief Executive & Economic Competitiveness Officer of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation regarding the Michigan Strategic Outreach Attraction Reserve (SOAR) Fund The Chair called the meeting to order at 2:00 p.m.. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Anthony, Sen.(s) McCann, McDonald Rivet, Cherry, Bayer, Santana, Shink, Irwin, Hertel, Camilleri, Klinefelt, McMorrow, Cavanagh, Bumstead, Albert, Damoose, Huizenga, Outman and Theis, a quorum was present. The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. McDonald Rivet, to adopt the committee meeting minutes from the March 8, 2023 . Without objection, the meeting minutes were adopted. The Chair invited Quentin Messer, Jr. Chief Executive & Economic Competitiveness Officer of the Michigan Economic Development Corporation to give a presentation regarding the Michigan Strategic Outreach Attraction Reserve (SOAR) Fund. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, to adjourn the committee at 2:55 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned. Adopted: 3-22-23 Page 1 of 1
    Location
    Not recorded
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-3811
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 09:55:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-39
    Committee name
    Appropriations
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON APPROPRIATIONS REP. ANGELA WITWER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 8, 2023 9:00 AM Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building The House Committee on Appropriations was called to order by Chair Witwer. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Witwer, Brixie, Hood, Brabec, Morse, Puri, Steckloff, Weiss, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Price, Skaggs, Snyder, Wilson, Lightner, Bollin, Green, Slagh, Beson, Borton, Fink, Cavitt, DeBoer, Kuhn, Schuette, Steele. Absent: Reps. O'Neal, Mentzer. Excused: Reps. O'Neal, Mentzer. Representative Martus moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 22, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Representative McKinney moved to excuse Representatives O'Neal and Mentzer from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the presentation from Our Next Energy before the comittee. Dr. Deeana Ahmed representing the Our Next Energy testified in support of Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Deeana Ahmed representing the Our Next Energy testified in support of Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of , but did not wish to speak: Kyle McCree, representing the Consumers Energy. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Witwer adjourned the meeting at 9:55 AM. Josh Hundt, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, approached to answer questions from members. Representative Angela Witwer, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 15, 2023
    Location
    Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building
    Media count
    2
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-563
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 09:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 10:15:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-44
    Committee name
    Energy, Communications, and Technology
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON ENERGY, COMMUNICATIONS, AND TECHNOLOGY REP. HELENA SCOTT CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 8, 2023 9:00 AM Room 519, House Office Building The House Committee on Energy, Communications, and Technology was called to order by Chair Scott. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Scott, Coleman, Whitsett, Neeley, Byrnes, Hill, MacDonell, McFall, Wendzel, Outman, Aragona, BeGole, Greene, Prestin, Schmaltz. Absent: Reps. Andrews, Churches. Excused: Reps. Andrews, Churches. Representative Coleman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by: Laura Clark, State Chief Information Officer, DTMB. Jayson Cavendish, Acting Chief Security Officer for the State, Department of Technology, Management and Budget. Detective First Lieutenant Jim Ellis, Michigan Cyber Command, Michigan State Police. Lt. Colonel John Brady, Commander of the 272d Cyber Operations Squadron, Michigan National Guard. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Byrnes moved to excuse Representatives Andrews and Churches from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Scott adjourned the meeting at 10:15 AM. Representative Helena Scott, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 519, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-564
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 09:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 13:49:00.000000
    Actual start
    2023-03-08 13:03:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-262
    Committee name
    Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection
    Evidence text
    MEMBERS: SEN. JEREMY MOSS, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR SEN. SEAN MCCANN SEN. ROSEMARY BAYER SEN. JEFF IRWIN SEN. MARK HUIZENGA, MINORITY VICE CHAIR SEN. LANA THEIS SEN. KEVIN DALEY THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON FINANCE, INSURANCE, AND CONSUMER PROTECTION SENATOR MARY CAVANAGH CHAIR 6500 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING P.O. BOX 30036 LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536 PHONE: (517) 373-7748 FAX: (517) 373-1387 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 8, 2023 A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection was scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 12:30 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The agenda summary is as follows: 1. Testimony regarding SB 127 (Sen. Singh) and SB 128 (Sen. Damoose). The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:03 p.m.. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Moss, McCann, Bayer, Irwin, Huizenga, Theis and Daley, a quorum was present. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 127 and SB 128: Sen. Sam Singh and Sen. John Damoose – Support Mike Goorhouse, Community Foundation of the Holland and Zeeland Area – Support Nathan Murphy, Council of Michigan Foundations – Support The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 127: Randall Ross, Community Foundation of Southeast Michigan – Support Monica Moser, Jackson Community Foundation – Support Laurie Strauss Baumer, Capitol Region Community Foundation – Support The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 128: Michelle Lantz, Greater Lansing Food Bank – Support Dr. Phil Knight, Food Bank Council of Michigan – Support The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 127 and SB 128: Kelly Kuhn, Michigan Nonprofit Association – Support Denise McGinn, Association Guidance – Support Julie Miller, Bravo Programs of America – Support Ellen Sawyer, Comprehensive Therapy Center – Support Page 1 of 2 George Moroz, The Henry Ford Museum – Support Rachel Richards, Michigan League of Public Policy – Support Peter Morman, Michigan Department of Treasury – Neutral Beth Berglin, Kalamazoo Community Foundation – Support Dave Mengebier, Grand Traverse Regional Community Foundation – Support Bonnie Gettys, Barry County Community Foundation – Support Diane Mahoney, Bay Area Community Foundation – Support Joan Gustafson, Michigan Nonprofit Association – Support The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 128: Rebecca Mastee, Michigan Catholic Conference – Support There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:49 p.m. Date adopted by committee: 03/15/23 Page 2 of 2
    Location
    the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-3810
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 12:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-346
    Committee name
    General Government
    Evidence text
    The Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building Present: Senators Cherry (C), Bayer, Klinefelt, Albert and Hauck Excused: Senator Singh
    Location
    Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-3812
    Meeting state
    held
    Minutes url
    Not recorded
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 15:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 17:02:00.000000
    Actual start
    2023-03-08 15:44:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-346
    Committee name
    General Government
    Evidence text
    COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 8, 2023 A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government was scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:44 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Bayer, Klinefelt, Albert and Hauck, a quorum was present. The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Hauck, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Singh was excused from the meeting. The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bayer, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding Dana Nessel, Attorney General – Support The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding Jeff Getting and David Leyton, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Support Jeff Getting and David Leyton, Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan – Support There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bayer, to adjourn the committee at 5:02 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned. Date Adopted by Committee: March 15, 2023 Page 1 of 1
    Location
    the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-5085
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 15:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 13:44:00.000000
    Actual start
    2023-03-08 13:05:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-280
    Committee name
    Health Policy
    Evidence text
    MEMBERS: SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR SEN. PAUL WOJNO SEN. JOHN CHERRY SEN. VERONICA KLINEFELT SEN. ERIKA GEISS SEN. MICHAEL WEBBER, MINORITY VICE CHAIR SEN. ROGER HAUCK SEN. MARK HUIZENGA SEN. JIM RUNESTAD THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY SENATOR KEVIN HERTEL CHAIR 7600 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING P.O. BOX 30036 LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536 PHONE: (517) 373-7315 FAX: (517) 373-3126 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 8, 2023 A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy was scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 12:30 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The agenda summary is as follows: 1. Reported SB 101 (Sen. Anthony) with recommendation and immediate effect. 2. Presentation from the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Due to Senate Session, the committee was delayed. The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:05 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad, a quorum was present. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited Jenita Moore, of Sen. Anthony's office, to summarize SB 101. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 101: Kris Kraft, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan – Support The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 101: Rob Anderson, Farm Bureau – Support Joseph Sullivan, Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services – Support Dyck Van Koevering, Insurance Alliance of Michigan – Support Wendy Block, Michigan Chamber of Commerce – Support The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report SB 101 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None Page 1 of 2 The motion prevailed and the bill was reported. The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 101. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended. The Chair invited Laura Appel, Executive Vice President of Government Relations and Public Policy for the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, to give a presentation regarding Michigan's hospitals and health systems. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:44 p.m. Date Adopted by Committee: March 15, 2023 Page 2 of 2
    Location
    the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-3806
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 12:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 11:28:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-49
    Committee name
    Higher Education
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON HIGHER EDUCATION REP. CAROL GLANVILLE CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 8, 2023 10:30 AM Room 326, House Office Building The House Committee on Higher Education was called to order by Chair Glanville. The Clerk read the letter from House Speaker Joe Tate removing Representative Tom Kunse and appointing Representative William Bruck to the House Committee on Higher Education. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Glanville, Rheingans, Koleszar, Scott, Byrnes, Coffia, Hill, MacDonell, Paiz, VanderWall, Paquette, Zorn, Bruck, DeSana. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representatives Paquette and Bruck joined the committee remotely. Representative Rheingans moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the presentation from Dan Hurley, Michigan Association of State Universities, before the committee. Dan Hurley, Michigan Association of State Universities, gave a presentation on state universities in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Glanville adjourned the meeting at 11:28 AM. Representative Carol Glanville, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: April 12, 2023
    Location
    Room 326, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-565
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 10:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 08:36:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-448
    Committee name
    House Fiscal Agency Governing Committee
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON HOUSE FISCAL AGENCY GOVERNING COMMITTEE REP. ANGELA WITWER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 8, 2023 8:30 AM Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building The House Committee on House Fiscal Agency Governing Committee was called to order by Chair Witwer. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Witwer, Tate, Aiyash, Lightner, Posthumus. Absent: Rep. Hall. Excused: Rep. Hall. Representative Aiyash joined the committee remotely. Mary Ann Cleary, Director of the House Fiscal Agency, gave a presentation on the Quarterly Report, dated March 8, 2023. Representative Lightner moved to approve the Quarterly Report, dated March 8th, 2023. The motion prevailed 4-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Witwer, Tate, Lightner, Posthumus. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Lightner moved to excuse Representative Hall from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Witwer adjourned the meeting at 8:36 AM. Representative Angela Witwer, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2023-03-08
    Meeting id
    meeting-5553
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2023-03-08 08:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2023-03-08 17:49:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-51
    Committee name
    Judiciary
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY REP. KELLY A BREEN CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 8, 2023 3:27 PM Room 521, House Office Building The House Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Breen. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Absent: None. Excused: None. The Chair laid HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148 before the committee: HB 4138 (Rep. Churches) A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled "An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act," by amending sections 2, 2a, 2b, 12, and 14a (MCL 28.422, 28.422a, 28.422b, 28.432, and 28.434a), section 2 as amended by 2015 PA 200, section 2a as amended by 2016 PA 301, section 2b as amended by 2014 PA 205, section 12 as amended by 2010 PA 209, and section 14a as added by 2010 PA 295. HB 4139 (Rep. MacDonell) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11b of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11b), as amended by 2016 PA 234. HB 4140 (Rep. Whitsett) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," (MCL 205.91 to 205.111) by adding section 4ll. HB 4141 (Rep. Price) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," (MCL 205.51 to 205.78) by adding section 4ll. HB 4142 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 223 and 232a (MCL 750.223 and 750.232a), section 223 as amended by 2012 PA 242 and section 232a as amended by 1990 PA 321. HB 4143 (Rep. Grant) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending sections 11b and 16m of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11b and 777.16m), section 11b as amended by 2016 PA 234 and section 16m as amended by 2018 PA 637. HB 4144 (Rep. Brabec) A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled "An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act," by amending section 15 (MCL 28.435), as added by 2000 PA 265, and by adding section 9. HB 4145 (Rep. Puri) A bill to provide for the issuance of restraining orders prohibiting certain individuals from possessing or purchasing firearms and ordering the surrender and seizure of a restrained individual's firearms; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to prescribe penalties; and to provide remedies. HB 4146 (Rep. Breen) A bill to amend 1927 PA 372, entitled "An act to regulate and license the selling, purchasing, possessing, and carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices; to prohibit the buying, selling, or carrying of certain firearms, gas ejecting devices, and electro-muscular disruption devices without a license or other authorization; to provide for the forfeiture of firearms and electro-muscular disruption devices under certain circumstances; to provide for penalties and remedies; to provide immunity from civil liability under certain circumstances; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies; to prohibit certain conduct against individuals who apply for or receive a license to carry a concealed pistol; to make appropriations; to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations; and to repeal all acts and parts of acts inconsistent with this act," by amending sections 2, 2b, 5b, and 8 (MCL 28.422, 28.422b, 28.425b, and 28.428), section 2 as amended by 2015 PA 200, section 2b as amended by 2014 PA 205, and sections 5b and 8 as amended by 2017 PA 95. HB 4147 (Rep. Brixie) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 1908, 2529, and 2559 (MCL 600.1908, 600.2529, and 600.2559), section 2529 as amended by 2014 PA 532 and section 2559 as amended by 2018 PA 261. HB 4148 (Rep. Young) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 15e to chapter XVII. Katherine Moore representing the Giffords testified in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. Congressman Dave Trott representing the himself testified in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. Timothy Carey, Law and Policy Advisor Advisor, Johns HopkinsBloomberg School of Public Health representing the himself testified in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. Wayne County Prosecutor, Kym Worthy; Washtenaw County Prosecutor, Eli Savit; and Oakland County Prosecutor, Karen McDonald testified in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. Questions and discussion followed. Carley Freeman Wechwert and Dr. Adam Spina representing the CEO of People and Parents Against Violence in Schools and himself testified in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. Dylan Morris representing the Oxford High School and No Future Without Today testified in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. Representative Brixie, Krista Grettenberger and Sloane Forbush representing the Troy Forbush, MSU shooting victim testified in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. Danielle Clark and Aaron Van Langevelde representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General testified in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. John Lott, President representing the Crime Prevention Research Center testified in opposition to HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148. Questions and discussion followed. At 4:47 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 4:54 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Judge Tracey Yokich representing the herself testified in support of HB 4145. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148, but did not wish to speak: Beth Berglin, Initiatives & Public Policy Officer, representing the Kalamazoo Community Foundation. Vic Ledbetter, Director, representing the Truth Racial Healing and Transformation, Kalamazoo Foundation. Heather Nicholoff, representing the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners. Chelsie Downs-Hubbarth, representing the Creative Consulting Hub. Anne Kuhnen, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy - Kids Count. Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Osteopathic Association. Dina Shargabian Stuber, representing the Red Wine & Blue. Jennifer Norber, representing the Red Wine & Blue. Phil Neuman, representing the Jewish Community Relations Council - AJC. Cathy Marshall, representing the Moms Demand Action / End Gun Violence Michigan. Emily Busch, representing the Oxford High School. David Batten, representing the his family. Celeste Kanpurwala, representing the Moms Demand Action. David Randels, representing the Oakland Schools. Matt Black, representing the The Michigan Academy of Family Physicians. Mary Pollock, representing the American Association of University Women of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148, but did not wish to speak: Jacob Maerli, representing the National Association for Gun Rights. Scott Jones, representing the NRA - ILA. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4140, HB 4141, HB 4142 and HB 4143, but did not wish to speak: Dwayne Gill, representing the Alliance for Gun Responsibility. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4138, HB 4139, HB 4142, HB 4143, HB 4144, HB 4145, HB 4146, HB 4147 and HB 4148, but did not wish to speak: Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners. Dale Hendershot, representing the Michigan Trappers and Predator Callers Association. Rob Anderson, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4138, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, Executive Director, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. The following people submitted a card with no position on HB 4145, but did not wish to speak: Honorable Elizabeth Pollard Hine (retired), representing the herself. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4140 and HB 4141, but did not wish to speak: Rob Anderson, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Rob Mass, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4138 and HB 4144, but did not wish to speak: Christopher Lee, representing the National Shooting Sports Foundation. At 5:41 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 5:44 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Edwards moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4138. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None. Representative Hope moved to report out HB 4138 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None. Representative Hoskins moved to report out HB 4142 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None. Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 4143 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None. 1. Amend page 11, line 11, after “(8)” by inserting “This section does not prevent the transfer of ownership of firearms as follows: (a)”. 2. Amend page 11, line 15, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 3. Amend page 11, line 17, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 4. Amend page 11, line 22, after the first “the” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 5. Amend page 11, line 26, after “the” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 6. Amend page 12, line 2, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 7. Amend page 12, line 3, after the second “the” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 8. Amend page 12, line 5, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 9. Amend page 12, line 11, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 10. Amend page 12, line 13, after “a” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 11. Amend page 12, line 15, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 12. Amend page 12, line 19, after “the” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 13. Amend page 12, line 25, after “seized” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 14. Amend page 12, line 27, by striking out “(a)” and inserting “(i)”. 15. Amend page 13, line 1, by striking out “(b)” and inserting “(ii)”. 16. Amend page 13, following line 2, by inserting: “(b) This section does not prevent the transfer of a firearm longer than 26 inches in length between family members, unless the transferee is not qualified for a license under this section. For purposes of this subsection, an individual’s family member includes that individual’s parent, child, grandparent, grandchild, spouse, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, and first cousin.”. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Breen adjourned the meeting at 5:49 PM. Representative Kelly Breen, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 15, 2023
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    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON JUDICIARY REP. KELLY A BREEN CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 8, 2023 10:30 AM Room 521, House Office Building The House Committee on Judiciary was called to order by Chair Breen. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou, Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Representative Dievendorf moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4003 and SB 4 before the committee: HB 4003 (Rep. Hoskins) A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled "Elliott- Larsen civil rights act," by amending the title and sections 102, 103, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 209, 301, 302, 302a, 402, 501, 502, 504, 505, and 506 (MCL 37.2102, 37.2103, 37.2202, 37.2203, 37.2204, 37.2205, 37.2206, 37.2207, 37.2209, 37.2301, 37.2302, 37.2302a, 37.2402, 37.2501, 37.2502, 37.2504, 37.2505, and 37.2506), the title as amended by 1992 PA 258, sections 102, 502, 504, 505, and 506 as amended by 1992 PA 124, sections 103 and 301 as amended by 1999 PA 202, section 202 as amended by 2009 PA 190, section 302a as added by 1992 PA 70, and section 402 as amended by 1993 PA 216. SB 4 (Sen. Moss) A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled "Elliott- Larsen civil rights act," by amending the title and sections 102, 103, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 209, 301, 302, 302a, 402, 501, 502, 504, 505, and 506 (MCL 37.2102, 37.2103, 37.2202, 37.2203, 37.2204, 37.2205, 37.2206, 37.2207, 37.2209, 37.2301, 37.2302, 37.2302a, 37.2402, 37.2501, 37.2502, 37.2504, 37.2505, and 37.2506), the title as amended by 1992 PA 258, sections 102, 502, 504, 505, and 506 as amended by 1992 PA 124, sections 103 and 301 as amended by 1999 PA 202, section 202 as amended by 2009 PA 190, section 302a as added by 1992 PA 70, and section 402 as amended by 1993 PA 216. Representative Hoskins and Senator Moss testified in support of HB 4003 and SB 4. Questions and discussion followed. Jay Kaplan representing the ACLU of Michigan testified in support of HB 4003 and SB 4. Questions and discussion followed. Tom Hickson representing the Michigan Catholic Conference testified in opposition to HB 4003 and SB 4. Wendy Block representing the MI - Chamber testified in support of SB 4. Erin Knott representing the Equality Michigan testified in support of SB 4. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003 and SB 4, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Benjamin D. Orjada, representing the Young Democrats of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4003 and SB 4, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Austin Kreutz, representing the Bonltoeffen Forum. Dawud Walid, representing the CAIR - MI. Eileen McNeil, representing the Citizens for Traditional Values. Julie Doll, representing the themselves. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Akin Nzere Kwabena, representing the LGBT Detroit. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4003, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Katherine Bussard, representing the themselves. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 4, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Dell Darnell, representing the themselves. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 4, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Bree Moeggberg, representing the her business and herself. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003 and SB 4, but did not wish to speak: Oakland County Executive David Coulter. Beth Berglin, Initiatives & Public Policy Officer, representing the Kalamazoo Community Foundation. Andy Johnston, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters. Frank Foster, representing the Michigan Medicine. Winston Feeheley, representing the DTE. Brad Williams, representing the Detroit Regional chamber. Jeff Stoutenburg, representing the Dow. Kyle McCree, representing the Consumers Energy. Brian Westrin, representing the Michigan Realtors. Mary Pollock, representing the The American Association of University Women of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4003 and SB 4, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Kreuz, representing the Heritage Action for America. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003, but did not wish to speak: John McNamera, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. Sarah Woolsey, representing the themselves. Joshua Ferguson, representing the themselves. Jimmy Greene, representing the ABC Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4003, but did not wish to speak: Cole Thompson, representing the themselves. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 4, but did not wish to speak: David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturing Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 4, but did not wish to speak: Elizabeth Whitt, representing the Conway Township Clerk. Representative Johnsen offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 9, line 24, after "302." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 10, following line 13, by inserting: "(2) This section does not compel an individual to violate the individual's sincerely held religious beliefs.". Representative Johnsen moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Wendzel offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 5, following line 28, by inserting: "(4) This section does not apply to an employer that is a religious corporation, association, society, or other organization, including an employer that is a religious school, college, university, educational institution, or other institution of learning, with respect to the employment of individuals of a particular religion to perform work connected with the carrying on of its activities.". Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Outman offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 11, line 9, after "402." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 12, following line 9, by inserting: "(2) This section does not apply to an educational institution operated by a religious corporation, association, society, or other organization, or an educational institution that is a religious school, college, university, or other institution of learning, with respect to the services, activities, or programs provided by the educational institution.". Representative Outman moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Fink offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 16, following line 22, by inserting: "Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 4075 of the 102nd Legislature is enacted into law.". Representative Fink moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Arbit moved to report out HB 4003 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: Reps. Wendzel, Wozniak. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 8, following line 16, by inserting: "Sec. 208. A person subject to this article may apply to the commission for an exemption on the basis that religion, national origin, age, height, weight, or sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression is a bona fide occupational qualification reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the business or enterprise. Upon sufficient showing, the commission may grant an exemption to the appropriate section of this article. An employer may have a bona fide occupational qualification on the basis of religion, national origin, sex, age, or marital status, height and weight age, height, weight, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression without obtaining prior exemption from the commission, provided that an employer who that does not obtain an exemption shall have has the burden of establishing that the qualification is reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the business.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Johnsen offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 9, line 24, after "302." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 10, following line 13, by inserting: "(2) This section does not compel an individual to violate the individual's sincerely held religious beliefs.". Representative Johnsen moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Wendzel offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 5, following line 28, by inserting: "(4) This section does not apply to an employer that is a religious corporation, association, society, or other organization, including an employer that is a religious school, college, university, educational institution, or other institution of learning, with respect to the employment of individuals of a particular religion to perform work connected with the carrying on of its activities.". Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Outman offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 11, line 9, after "402." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 12, following line 9, by inserting: "(2) This section does not apply to an educational institution operated by a religious corporation, association, society, or other organization, or an educational institution that is a religious school, college, university, or other institution of learning, with respect to the services, activities, or programs provided by the educational institution.". Representative Outman moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Fink offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 16, following line 22, by inserting: "Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 4075 of the 102nd Legislature is enacted into law.". Representative Fink moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8- 0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 8, following line 16, by inserting: "Sec. 208. A person subject to this article may apply to the commission for an exemption on the basis that religion, national origin, age, height, weight, or sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression is a bona fide occupational qualification reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the business or enterprise. Upon sufficient showing, the commission may grant an exemption to the appropriate section of this article. An employer may have a bona fide occupational qualification on the basis of religion, national origin, sex, age, or marital status, height and weight age, height, weight, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression without obtaining prior exemption from the commission, provided that an employer who that does not obtain an exemption shall have has the burden of establishing that the qualification is reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the business.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Dievendorf moved to report out SB 4 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: Reps. Wendzel, Wozniak. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Breen adjourned the meeting at 11:56 AM. Representative Kelly Breen, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 15, 2023
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    The Appropriations Subcommittee on LEO/MEDC submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building Present: Senators Cavanagh (C), McDonald Rivet, McCann, McMorrow, Camilleri, Bumstead, and Huizenga Scheduled Meetings Appropriations – Subcommittees – LARA/DIFS – Tuesday, March 14, 1:30 p.m., or immediately following session, Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768 Military, Veterans, State Police – Tuesday, March 14, 9:00 a.m., Harry T. Gast Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768 Health Policy – Wednesday, March 15, 12:30 p.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5323 Oversight – Wednesday, March 15, 8:30 a.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-5314 Transportation and Infrastructure – Tuesday, March 14, 3:30 p.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-5323 Senator Singh moved that the Senate adjourn. The motion prevailed, the time being 11:37 a.m. The President pro tempore, Senator Moss, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, March 14, 2023, at 10:00 a.m. DANIEL OBERLIN Secretary of the Senate
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    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON LABOR REP. JIM HAADSMA CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 8, 2023 9:00 AM Room 308, House Office Building The House Committee on Labor was called to order by Chair Haadsma. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela, Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Churches moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 2, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007 before the committee: HB 4004 (Rep. Weiss) A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled "An act to prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to provide review from disciplinary action with respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of grievances and the holding of elections; to declare and protect the rights and privileges of public employees; to require certain provisions in collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act; and to make appropriations," by amending sections 9, 10, and 15 (MCL 423.209, 423.210, and 423.215), as amended by 2014 PA 414. HB 4005 (Rep. Weiss) A bill to amend 1939 PA 176, entitled "An act to create a commission relative to labor disputes, and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for the mediation and arbitration of labor disputes, and the holding of elections thereon; to regulate the conduct of parties to labor disputes and to require the parties to follow certain procedures; to regulate and limit the right to strike and picket; to protect the rights and privileges of employees, including the right to organize and engage in lawful concerted activities; to protect the rights and privileges of employers; to make certain acts unlawful; to make appropriations; and to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for violations of this act," by amending sections 1, 2, 8, 14, 17, and 22 (MCL 423.1, 423.2, 423.8, 423.14, 423.17, and 423.22), as amended by 2012 PA 348. HB 4007 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to require prevailing wages and fringe benefits on state projects; to establish the requirements and responsibilities of contracting agents and bidders; and to prescribe penalties. Representative Weiss testified in support of HB 4004and HB 4005. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Brenda Carter testified in support of HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Ryan Sebolt, representing the Michigan American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Jessica Smith, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers 876, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Lee Graham, representing the Operating Engineers 324, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Yousef Rabhi, Jessica Lannon, and Jeremy Lapham, representing the Michigan Nurses Association, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Jon Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers Union, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Sean McBrearty, representing Clean Water Action, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Jonas Peterson, representing Southwest Michigan First, testified in opposition to HB 4004 and HB 4005. Questions and discussion followed. Jimmy Greene, representing the Associated Builders and Contractors of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Price Dobernick, representing the Michigan Pipe Trades Association, testified in support of HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Jeannette Bradshaw, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers State Conference, testified in support of HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4004 and HB 4005, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: Rudolfo Reyes, representing themselves. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4004 and HB 4005, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: John Kalb, representing the National Right to Work Committee. Steve Delie, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Philip Taylor, representing the Michigan Right to Work Committee. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4005, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4007, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Michael LaFaive, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Steve Claywell, representing the Michigan Building Trades Council. Kennedy Parker, representing themselves. Julie Loeke, representing the United Auto Workers. Steve Dawes, representing the United Auto Workers Region 1D. Lance A. Rhines, representing the Office and Professional Employees International Union Local 459. Zachary Aaron Northrup, representing Local 2-585. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Cole Thompson, representing themselves. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4004, but did not wish to speak: Jon DeRoo, representing the Detroit Plumbers Local 98. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4005, but did not wish to speak: Blaine Farr, representing Labor. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4004 and HB 4005, but did not wish to speak: Merissa Kovach, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. DeAndra Davis, representing the Communications Workers of America. Charles Daniels and Michael Scauhe, representing the Communications Workers of America District 4. Diane Payne, representing the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 698. Sarah Woolsey, representing themselves. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. Branden Gemzer, representing the Members of UAE. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4004 and HB 4005, but did not wish to speak: Jimmy Greene, representing the Associated Builders and Contractors of Michigan. Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association. Ben Tirrell, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. James Lilly, representing Spartan Nash. Caitlyn Stark, representing the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce. John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. Annie Patnaude, representing Americans for Prosperity. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Matt Sahr, representing the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union. Carl Castiglione, representing the Plumbers Local Union 98. Phil Bianco, representing the United Association of Employees. Holly Simon, representing themselves. Stephanie Johnson, representing the Utility Workers Union of America. Benjamin D. Orjada, representing themselves. Steven Karber and Maria Enriquez, representing the United Auto Workers Local 6000. Ashley Huff and Monica Artis, representing the Office and Professional Employees International Union. John DeRoo, representing the Detroit Plumbers Local 98. Mike Hayter, Joel Archibald, Geno Alessandroni, Paul Zurek, Dylan Burnette, Jacob Hilliker, Scott Hamilton, Dave Willert, and Dan Minton, representing the Laborers' International Union of North America. Myranda Knapp, Nick Richmond, Dan Spencer, Kathy Clay, and Thomas Woodgate, representing the United Steel Workers Local 2-585. Jenell Mansfield, representing the American Federation of Teachers. Scott Stone, representing the Local 36. Chad J. Jansen and Aaron Pangborn,, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 665. Trevor Bidelman, representing the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union. Ken Kolp, Gregory Remington, and Kellogg Dipzinski, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Rod Richards, representing the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union Local 530. Robert Steele, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 252. Denise Caldwell, representing the Coalition of Labor Union Women and United Auto Workers. Mike Orvosh and Seth Orvosh, representing the United Steel Workers Local 12934. Mark Willingham and Kimberly DeMott, representing the United Auto Workers. Joseph Marutiak, Sharon Taylor, Ronda Ackerson, Cynthia Dine, and Lois Davis- Thomas, representing the Office and Professional Employees International Union Local 459. Derek Dobies, Courtney Towsley, Freddie Kelly, Regina Jones, Errin Whitaker, Ivy Chandler, Joseph Bellgowan, Ken Toll, Angela Haynes, Vanessa Lee, Michael Kohler, and Courtney Alexander, representing the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations of Michigan. Ethan Petzoid, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Todd Regis, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers 951. Representative Donavan McKinney, representing Michigan's 14th House District. Sean Egan and Todd Cook, representing the Michigan Department of Labor. Mike Janca, representing the International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 85. Emily Smith, Henrietta Hadley, and Anne Fairchild, representing the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations of Michigan Workforce Development Institute. Josephine Jabara, representing the Michigan Workforce Development Institute. Arthur Kroll, representing the Steelworkers. Gwen Jordan, representing themselves. Gerard McMurran, representing the Steelworkers Retirees. Julie Rowe, representing themselves. Janette Christmas, Jerry Young, and Robert Gaynier, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers 876. Steven Donovan, representing the United Steel Workers. Samuel Cardena, representing the Pipefitters Local Union 636. Jeremy Garza, representing the Michigan Pipe Trades Association. Scott Huff, Vince Dawe, Casey Baucha, Michael Murray, Steve McCool, and Dan Fergueroa, representing the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters. Johnny Ortiz, representing the United Association Local Union 174. Nathan Phillips, representing the West Michigan Labor Council. Mark Palice, representing the Laborers Union. Isaiah Minor and Spencer Calhoun, representing Labor. Rose Dietz, Tim Ferguson, Fred Jimenez, and Rhonda Richards, representing the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union. Alex Zurek, representing Michigan Laborers.org. Elizabeth Kelly Byrd, representing the Service Employees International Union of Michigan. Arlandar Washington, representing the Laborers' International Union of North America Local 355. Kenneth James Bickle, representing the Utility Workers Union of America. Lynda Schnepp, representing the Michigan Laborers District. Katie Bargund, Robert Joerg, and Paul Husted, representing the Michigan Laborers. Shandon Claspell, representing the Utility Workers Union of America Local 253. Connor Wood, representing themselves. Nick DeFauw, representing the Laborers. Drake Minton, representing the Laborers. Steven Rzeppa, representing the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 25. Eli Isaguirre, representing the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights. Ben Lyons, representing the Laborers' International Union of North America Local 499. Donald Roach, representing the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers. Todd Tennis, representing the Amalgamated Transit Union, Michigan Legislative Conference, and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Michigan State Conference. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Beth DeShone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project. Jase Bolger, representing the West Michigan Policy Forum. Andy Johnston, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Arthur Havlicek, representing the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber. Sarah Anderson, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund. Stephanie Kreuz, representing Heritage Action for America. Sandy Baruah, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Brian Calley, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Mike Schucer, representing the Communications Workers of America District 4. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. Damian Hill, representing the Associated General Contractors of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4004: 1. Amend page 8, following line 11, by inserting: "Sec. 10a. (1) A bargaining representative shall provide to each public employee in the bargaining unit that the bargaining representative represents, not later than 90 days after the effective date of the amendatory act that added this section or at the time the public employee becomes employed in that unit, the following statement in writing: "Under the United States Supreme Court decision Janus v AFSCME, Council 31, US ; 138 S Ct 2448 (2018), it is a violation of a public employee's first amendment free speech rights for a public-sector bargaining representative to require the public employee to pay dues or fees to the bargaining representative unless the public employee consents." (2) A public employee may cease paying dues or fees to a bargaining representative at any time. (3) A bargaining representative that violates subsection (1) or prohibits a public employee from exercising the public employee's right under subsection (2) is subject to a civil fine of not more than $250.00 for each violation.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4004. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4004: 1. Amend page 3, line 26, after "representative." by inserting "An agreement described in this subdivision must provide for both of the following: (i) That if an officer of the exclusive bargaining representative for the unit is convicted of a felony related to the finances of the exclusive bargaining representative, a public employee in the unit is not required to pay any dues or fees to the exclusive bargaining representative. (ii) That if an officer of the regional or national office of the exclusive bargaining representative is convicted of a felony related to the finances of the exclusive bargaining representative, a public employee in the unit is not required to pay to the exclusive bargaining representative the portion of the public employee's dues or fees that would otherwise be remitted to the regional or national office.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4004. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Kunse moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4004. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 4, following line 17, by inserting: "Sec. 10a. (1) A labor organization shall provide to each employee in the bargaining unit that the labor organization represents, not later than 90 days after the effective date of the amendatory act that added this section or at the time the employee becomes employed in that unit, the following statement in writing: "Under the United States Supreme Court decision Communications Workers of America v Beck, 487 US 735 (1988), an employee is not required to pay a due or fee to a labor organization that the labor organization does not use for collective bargaining, contract administration, and grievance adjustment.". (2) An employee may cease paying dues or fees described in subsection (1) to a labor organization at any time. A labor organization shall provide to each employee in the bargaining unit that the labor organization represents, at the time the employee becomes employed in the unit and annually, instructions in writing that explain the labor organization's process for ceasing these payments. (3) A labor organization that violates subsection (1) or (2) or that prohibits an employee from exercising the employee's right under subsection (2) is subject to a civil fine of not more than $250.00 for each violation.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Kunse offered the following amendments to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 6, line 11, by striking out "Nothing" and inserting "Except as otherwise provided in section 14a, nothing". 2. Amend page 6, following line 22, by inserting: "Sec. 14a. A city, county, township, or village may authorize a right-to-work zone within its boundaries by a vote of its governing body or by adoption of a measure initiated by the people. The commission shall not enforce an all-union shop agreement covering employees in a right-to-work zone if the employer entered into or renewed the agreement after the date of adoption of the measure creating the right-to-work zone.". Representative Kunse moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 7, following line 26, by inserting: "Sec. 29a. Notwithstanding section 29, the commission shall issue an order directing an election in any existing certified appropriate unit every year following the later of the effective date of the amendatory act that added this section or the date of initial certification of a bargaining representative. If the existing certified bargaining representative receives a majority of the votes cast and the majority represents at least 50% of the employees in the unit, the existing certification continues. If the certified bargaining representative does not receive a majority vote representing 50% of the employees in the unit, the existing certification terminates. If certification is terminated, the terms of the existing contract between the employees represented by the bargaining representative and the employer continue in effect for the remaining contract term except for any provisions that involve the duties of or obligations to the bargaining representative, such as union security, dues and fees, and involvement in grievance and arbitration procedures.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 4, following line 17, by inserting: "Sec. 8a. Every calendar quarter, each labor organization that represents employees in this state shall provide a written report to every employee in every unit that the labor organization represents and post the report on its website. Each report must include all of the following information for the immediately preceding calendar quarter: (a) The name, salary, and amount of fringe benefits of each officer of the labor organization. (b) The amount of money that the labor organization paid for all of the following, delineated by each payment: (i) Political organizations or activities. (ii) Charities. (c) An itemized list of all of the labor organization's expenditures not described in subdivision (b).". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendments to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 4, line 18, after "Sec. 14." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 6, following line 22, by inserting: "(2) An agreement between an employer and a labor organization must provide for both of the following: (a) That if an officer of the labor organization that represents the employees in the unit is convicted of a felony related to the finances of the labor organization, an employee in the unit is not required to pay any dues or fees to the labor organization. (b) That if an officer of the regional or national office of the labor organization that represents the employees in the unit is convicted of a felony related to the finances of the labor organization, an employee in the unit is not required to pay to the labor organization the portion of the employee's dues or fees that would otherwise be remitted to the regional or national office.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 2, line 14, after "agent" by inserting: "if the cost of the project is greater than or equal to the following: (i) For a project that consists solely of new construction, $250,000.00. (ii) For a project that does not consist solely of new construction, $75,000.00". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Kunse offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 2, line 14, after "agent" by inserting: "if the cost of the project is equal to or greater than $150,000.00". Representative Kunse moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 4, following line 26, by inserting: "Sec. 9. The commissioner shall prepare a report that compares contracts for state projects that were entered into after January 1, 2019 but before December 31, 2021 to similar contracts for state projects that are entered into after the effective date of this act but before 3 years after the effective date of this act. The report must include comparisons of all of the following for each contract: (a) The total number of construction mechanics employed. (b) The total amount of wages paid to construction mechanics. (c) The total cost of materials. (d) The total number of safety incidents. (e) The length of time to complete the state project. (f) Whether the requirements of this act increased costs and, if so, by how much.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 4, following line 26, by inserting: "Sec. 9. By 30 months after the effective date of this act, the commission shall submit a report to the legislature about the impact of this act. Sec. 10. This act does not apply 3 years after the effective date of this act.". Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Mueller offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 4, following line 26, by inserting: "Sec. 9. A contracting agent that is a local unit of government, public school, community college, or university may exempt itself from the requirements of this act by a majority vote of its governing body.". Representative Mueller moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Koleszar moved to report out HB 4004 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-2-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Nays: Reps. Wozniak, Kunse. Pass: Rep. Mueller. Representative O'Neal moved to report out HB 4005 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-1-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Nays: Rep. Kunse. Pass: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller. Representative Churches moved to report out HB 4007 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Nays: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Pass: None There being no further business before the committee, Chair Haadsma adjourned the meeting at 10:37 AM. Representative Jim Haadsma, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov
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    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON TAX POLICY REP. CYNTHIA NEELEY CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, March 8, 2023 12:00 PM Room 521, House Office Building The House Committee on Tax Policy was called to order by Chair Neeley. The Clerk read in a letter from House Speaker Joe Tate appointing Representative Hoadley to the House Tax Policy Committee and removing Representative Fink. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Neeley, Farhat, Brixie, Brenda Carter, Whitsett, Grant, Price, VanWoerkom, Outman, Tisdel, Hoadley. Absent: Rep. Markkanen. Excused: Rep. Markkanen. Representative VanWoerkom moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee the Treasury Presentation on Tax Structure and History with Jeff Guilfoyle. Questions and discussion followed. Representative VanWoerkom moved to excuse Representative Markkanen from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neeley adjourned the meeting at 12:55 PM. Representative Cynthia Neeley, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 15, 2023
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    The Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building Present: Senators McCann (C), Irwin, McDonald Rivet, Albert and Damoose Excused: Senator Singh
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    COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 8, 2023 A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges was scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 9:00 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:00 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair McCann, Sen.(s) Irwin, McDonald Rivet, Albert and Damoose, a quorum was present. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adjourn the committee at 9:15 a.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned. Date Adopted by Committee: April 25, 2023 Page 1 of 1
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    MEMBERS: SEN. KEVIN HERTEL, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR SEN. SYLVIA SANTANA SEN. RICK OUTMAN, MINORITY VICE CHAIR THE SENATE COMMITTEE ON VETERANS AND EMERGENCY SERVICES SENATOR VERONICA KLINEFELT CHAIR 6600 BINSFELD OFFICE BUILDING P.O. BOX 30036 LANSING, MICHIGAN 48909-7536 PHONE: (517) 373-7670 FAX: (517) 373-5958 COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES March 8, 2023 A meeting of the Senate Committee on Veterans and Emergency Services was scheduled for Wednesday, March 8, 2023, at 8:30 a.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The agenda summary is as follows: 1. Presentation by Lindell Holm, Michigan Veterans Trust Fund. 2. Presentation by Adam Hollier, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Klinefelt, Sen.(s) Hertel, Santana and Outman, a quorum was present. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel to adopt the meeting minutes from February 1, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited the following individuals to give the committee a presentation: Lindell Holm, Michigan Veterans Trust Fund Adam Hollier, Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:13 a.m. Date Adopted by the committee: 03/15/2023 Page 1 of 1
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2023-03-08
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
    2023-HJ-03-08-022
    Linked media count
    1
    Named action count
    99
    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
    8
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Scheduled state
    official schedule observed
    Session name
    2023-2024
    Sitting date
    2023-03-08
    Sitting id
    sitting-381
  • Chamber
    senate
    Evidence status
    convened journal
    Journal object name
    2023-SJ-03-08-024
    Linked media count
    1
    Named action count
    53
    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
    14
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Scheduled state
    official schedule observed
    Session name
    2023-2024
    Sitting date
    2023-03-08
    Sitting id
    sitting-570

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Michigan Legislative Activity and Evidence Dataset, release 2026-07-28.3, “2023-03-08,” /days/2023-03-08.

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