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2024-02-28

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For 2024-02-28, the release reports observations found. It contains 802 attributable activity rows naming 146 members.

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2
Committee meetings
15

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Committee meeting count
15
Committee meetings
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 09:42:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-38
    Committee name
    Agriculture
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE REP. REGGIE MILLER CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, February 28, 2024 9:00 AM Room 327, House Office Building The House Committee on Agriculture was called to order by Chair Miller. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Miller, Paiz, Young, Coffia, Conlin, Dievendorf, Fitzgerald, Rheingans, Neyer, VanderWall, Roth, Bierlein, Smit. Absent: None. Excused: None. Representative Paiz moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 24, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Chair Miller offered the following proposed Committee rules: 1. For any item of legislation considered by the committee, at least 1 meeting will be called at which the public may address the committee regarding that item of legislation. Oral testimony may be limited at the discretion of the committee chair. The Committee may accept written testimony in lieu of oral testimony. 2. All testimony shall be on the subject matter pertaining to the committee agenda. Representative Rheingans moved to adopt the proposed Committee rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Miller, Paiz, Young, Coffia, Conlin, Dievendorf, Fitzgerald, Rheingans, Roth, Bierlein. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Neyer, Smit. The Chair laid a presentation on Double Up Food Bucks before the Committee. Alex Canepa, representing Fair Food Network, gave a presentation on Double Up Food Bucks. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Miller adjourned the meeting at 9:42 AM. Representative Reggie Miller, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 327, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-898
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 09:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • 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, February 28, 2024, at 12:00 noon, Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building Present: Senators Cherry (C), Shink, Singh, Bumstead and Theis
    Location
    Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-4108
    Meeting state
    held
    Minutes url
    Not recorded
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 13:05:00.000000
    Actual start
    2024-02-28 12:03:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-342
    Committee name
    Agriculture and Natural Resources
    Evidence text
    **DRAFT** COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES February 28, 2024 A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture and Natural Resources was scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 12:00 noon, in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:03 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Shink, Singh, Bumstead and Theis, a quorum was present. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead, supported by Sen. Singh, to adopt the meeting minutes from April 19, 2023 and April 20, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding Scott Bowen, Department of Natural Resources, Director – Support At 12:30 p.m., Sen. Sam Singh left the meeting. At 12:31 p.m., Sen. Lana Theis left the meeting. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding Dr. Tim Boring, Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Director – Support There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Shink, to adjourn the committee at 1:05 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned. Page 1 of 1
    Location
    the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-5031
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-344
    Committee name
    DHHS
    Evidence text
    The Appropriations Subcommittee on DHHS submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building Present: Senators Santana (C), McDonald Rivet, Irwin, Cavanagh, Cherry, Bayer, Outman, Huizenga, Hauck and Theis
    Location
    Room 403, 4th Floor, Capitol Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-4115
    Meeting state
    held
    Minutes url
    Not recorded
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 08:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 09:48:00.000000
    Actual start
    2024-02-28 08:32:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-344
    Committee name
    DHHS
    Evidence text
    COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES February 28, 2024 A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on DHHS was scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., in the Rooms 402/403, Capitol Building. The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:32 a.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Santana, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, Irwin, Cavanagh, Cherry, Bayer, Outman, Huizenga, Hauck and Theis, a quorum was present. The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. McDonald Rivet, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding Laura Appel, Michigan Health and Hospital Association – No Position Amy Dolinky - Technical Adviser for Opioid Settlement Funds Planning and Capacity Building, Michigan Association of Counties – No Position Dr. Natasha Bagdasarian - Chief Medical Executive and Amy Epkey - Senior Deputy Director of the Financial Operations Administration, Department of Health and Human Services – No Position Dr. Cara Anne Poland - Chair, Hon. Jamie Stuck - Commissioner, and Tara King - Coordinator, Opioid Advisory Commission – No Position Dr. Cara Anne Poland - Chair, Hon. Jamie Stuck - Commissioner, and Tara King - Coordinator, Opioid Advisory Commission – No Position At 8:34 a.m., Sen. Lana Theis entered the meeting. At 8:40 a.m., Sen. Roger Hauck entered the meeting. At 8:50 a.m., Sen. Rosemary Bayer left the meeting. At 8:54 a.m., Sen. Mary Cavanagh entered the meeting. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adjourn the committee at 9:48 a.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned. Date Adopted by Committee: March 5, 2024 Page 1 of 1
    Location
    the Rooms 402/403, Capitol Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-5052
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 08:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 09:57:00.000000
    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, February 28, 2024 9:00 AM Room 519, House Office Building The House Committee on Energy, Communications, and Technology was called to order by Chair Scott. The Clerk read a letter from Speaker Tate dated November 14, 2023, removing Representative Kevin Coleman from the Energy, Communications, and Technology committee. The Clerk read a letter from Speaker Tate dated January 10, 2024, adding Representative Samantha Steckloff to the Energy, Communications, and Technology committee. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Scott, Andrews, Whitsett, Neeley, Steckloff, Byrnes, Churches, Hill, MacDonell, McFall, Aragona, BeGole, Greene, Prestin, Schmaltz. Absent: Reps. Wendzel, Outman. Excused: Reps. Wendzel, Outman. Representative Whitsett moved to adopt the meeting minutes from November 8, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Chair Scott offered the following proposed Committee rules: 1. For any item of legislation considered by the committee, at least 1 meeting will be called at which the public may address the committee regarding that item of legislation. Oral testimony may be limited at the discretion of the committee chair. The Committee may accept written testimony in lieu of oral testimony. 2. All testimony shall be on the subject matter pertaining to the committee agenda. Representative Neeley moved to adopt proposed Committee rules. The motion prevailed 13- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Scott, Andrews, Whitsett, Neeley, Steckloff, Byrnes, Churches, Hill, MacDonell, McFall, BeGole, Prestin, Schmaltz. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation regarding AI by Dr. Ravi Pendse, Vice President for Information Technology and Chief Information Officers, Office of the President, University of Michigan. Dr. Ravi Pendse shared a power point discussing AI. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5457 before the committee: HB 5457 (Rep. Scott) A bill to amend 2020 PA 224, entitled "Broadband expansion act of Michigan," by amending section 2 (MCL 484.3252). At 9:49 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:50 AM, Majority Vice Chair Andrews called the committee back to order. Representative Scott testified in support of HB 5457. She was joined by Caleb Buhs and Ulrika Zay, representing the Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget; and Jayshona Hicks and Jessica Randall, representing the Michigan High-Speed Internet Office under the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity. Questions and discussion followed. At 9:55 AM, Majority Vice Chair Andrews laid the committee at ease. At 9:56 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Steckloff moved to excuse Representatives Wendzel and Outman 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 9:57 AM. Representative Helena Scott, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 519, House Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-899
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 09:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 13:29:00.000000
    Actual start
    2024-02-28 12:31:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-262
    Committee name
    Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection
    Evidence text
    MEMBERS: SEN. JEFF IRWIN, MAJORITY VICE CHAIR SEN. SEAN MCCANN SEN. ROSEMARY BAYER SEN. DARRIN CAMILLERI 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 February 28, 2024 A meeting of the Senate Committee on Finance, Insurance, and Consumer Protection was scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 12:30 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The agenda summary is as follows: 1. Testimony regarding SB 632 (Sen. Anthony). 2. Testimony regarding HB 4343 (Rep. Conlin). The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:31 p.m.. She instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Irwin, McCann, Bayer, Camilleri, Huizenga, Theis and Daley, a quorum was present. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann to adopt the meeting minutes from February 14, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding SB 632: Sen. Sarah Anthony – Support Monica Burks, Center for Responsible Lending – Support Jessica AcMoody, Community Economic Development Association of Michigan – Support Dallas Lenear and Samika Douglas, Project Green – Support Tom Hickson and Lorray Brown, Michigan Catholic Conference and Michigan Poverty Law Program – Support Tom Hickson and Lorray Brown, Michigan Catholic Conference and Michigan Poverty Law Program – Support Ross Yednock, Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services – Support Julie Townsend and Andrea Ruthenberg, Purpose Financial – Opposition The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding SB 632: Charles Roltsch, Lansing Office of Financial Empowerment – Support Jenn Hayes, Invest Detroit – Support Heath Lowry, Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence – Support Seth Johson, United Way of Northwest Michigan – Support Page 1 of 4 Patrick Schaefer, Michigan League for Public Policy – Support Greg Wittmeier, MM Finance – Opposition John Rabenold, Check 'n Go and Regulated Lenders Association of Michigan – Opposition Patricia Herndon, Michigan Bankers Association – Neutral Cassie Thierfelder, United Way of Southeastern Michigan – Support Ruth Johnson, Community Development Advocates of Detroit – Support Beverly Thiel, Habitat for Humanity Kent County – Support Ted Fines, Habitat for Humanity Northeast Michigan – Support Brent Taylor, Habitat for Humanity Capital Region – Support Nancy Pellegrini, Habitat for Humanity Menominee River – Support Amy Gibbs, Cadillac Area Habitat for Humanity – Support Deanna Johnson, Marquette County Habitat for Humanity – Support Wende Randall, Kent County Essential Needs Task Force – Support Claudia Swaney, Grate Lakes ADA Center of Michigan – Support Deb Cherry – Support Bobby Dorigo Jones, Michigan Association of United Ways – Support Wafa Dinaro, New Economy Initiative – Support Ray Waters, Detroit Development Fund – Support Joanna Dueweke-Perez, ProsperUs Detroit – Support Chris Uhl, IFF – Support Paula Trilety, West Outer Drive Civic Association – Support Stacy Esbrook, Michigan Community Capital – Support Belinda Turner-DuBois, CEED Lending – Support J.T. Mackey, Cinnaire – Support Lisa McCallum, Michigan Women Forward – Support Hank Hubbard, One Detroit Credit Union – Support Elizabeth Grabow, Reliable Billing – Support Norman DeLisle, Michigan Disability Rights Coalition – Support Andy Schor, City of Lansing – Support Rebecca OConnell, Lake Trust Credit Union – Support Eric Hufnagel, Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness – Support Zac Foster, Ypsilanti Housing Commission – Support Nancy DuBois, Caring Connection – Support Danielle Bult, Love INC South Kent County – Support Glenn Wilson, Communities First, Inc. – Support Jim Kosloskey – Support Julie Vitale, Hope 101 Ministry Inc. – Support Jaye Sanders, Nextpointe Real Estate – Support Michelle LaJoie, Community Action Alger Marquette – Support Julie Vitale-Piccard, Moxy Homes LLC – Support Brooke Harris – Support Sarah Ulrich, Northwest Michigan Habitat for Humanity – Support Angela Barbash, Revalue – Support Charlotte Smith, Irving Park Consulting, LLC – Support Erica Armstrong, YWCA Great Lakes Bay Region – Support Jamie Healy, Habitat for Humanity of Mason County – Support Amanda Scott, Democratic Party Grand Traverse County Brownfield – Support Michelle Mc, Bridgeport Charter Township – Support Raquel Thueme, Ruth Mott Foundation – Support Page 2 of 4 Jim Davis, Family Promise of West Michigan – Support Khadija Wallace, Joyful Treats Catering – Support Dianne Hartwell, Our Future Network, Inc. – Support Betty Matthews – Support Jennifer Grau, Prospect PLACE Neighborhood – Support Richard Cannon, Church of the Messiah Housing Corporation – Support Karen Bates-Gasior, Hearts for Homes – Support Alexandre Little, City of Benton Harbor – Support Carl Williams, Second Chance 2000 Inc. – Support Sandy Fick, Compassionate Care Network Inc. – Support Gary Damon Ringer, Conscious Communities – Support Doug Baum, Northeast Michigan Council of Governments – Support Angie, Fair Lending Services, Inc. – Support Marcia Spivey, Regent Park Community Association – Support Vanessa Buhs, Manistee County Habitat for Humanity – Support Dan Jones, Agent Dan Jones and Associates – Support Ardelia Bailey, Metro Community Development, Inc. – Support Emily Baxter, Sinai-Grace Guild Community Development Corporation – Support Gail Hill, Allegan Homeless Solutions – Support Travis Hewitt, City of Gaylord – Support Tom Caldwell – Support Rebecca Kasen, Women's Center of Greater Lansing – Support Martin Carter, Astera Credit Union – Support Lindsey Reames, Grand Rapids Housing Commission – Support Lynne Punnett, Lenawee Financial Stability Coalition – Support Carma Peters, Michigan Legacy Credit Union – Support Audricka Jacob, Lenawee County Department of Veterans Affairs – Support Jonathan Stimson, Homestretch Nonprofit Housing Corp. – Support Kenneth Bauer, Goodwill Industries of Central Michigan's Heartland, Inc. – Support Brooke Habay, LCMHA – Support Natashea Buchanan, Release Relax Recycle – Support Dwayne Barnes, Detroit Future City – Support Rhonda Sanders-Adams, Business Men and Women Social Club of Detroit – Support Michael Howe, Neighbor by Neighbor – Support Thomas Visco, Michigan Community Action – Support Susan Williams, Beyond Common Consulting – Support Jim Kosloskey – Support Kittie Tuinstra, Dogwood Community Development – Support Rebekah Kik, City of Kalamazoo – Support Maureen Charbonneau, Inner Edge Wisdom – Support Alan Fox, Ingham County Treasurer – Support P. Craig Patterson, Woda Cooper Companies – Support Jubek Yongo-Bure, Jumi Consulting Group – Support Terrance Jones, Genesee County Habitat for Humanity – Support Sabrina Underood, Earth Tones Enterprises – Support Charlotte Coachman, Inkster Housing Commission – Support Laura Boustani, CHN Housing Partners – Support Karin Beyer, Otsego Community Foundation – Support Keri Haskins, Neighbor by Neighbor – Support Page 3 of 4 Linda Smith, U SNAP BAC NON PROFIT HOUSING CORP. – Support Rose Fosdick, Manistee County Human Services Collaborative Body – Support Judith Transue, Trinity Village Non Profit Housing Corporation – Support Kerry Baughman, Northwest Michigan Community Action Agency – Support Lisa Stanton, DCDI – Support Jane MacKenzie, Northern Homes CDD – Support Thomas Taylor, Finally United Corporation – Support Amanda Klein, United Way for Southeastern Michigan – Support John Williams, Habitat for Humanity of Michigan – Support Nikeyia Perkin, Access of West Michigan – Support Regina Bell, Council of Michigan Foundations – Support The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4343: Alexander Seasock, The office of Rep. Jennifer Conlin – Support Jessica AcMoody and Tom Hickson, CEDAM and Michigan Catholic Conference – Support Ross Yednock, Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services – Support The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4343: Andrea Ruthenberg, Advance America – Support John Rabenold, Check 'n Go – Support Patrick Schaefer, Michigan League for Public Policy – Support DaeSean Ashby, MCUL – Support Lorray Brown, Michigan Poverty Law Program – Support Patricia Herndon, Michigan Bankers Association – Support Cassie Thierfelder, United Way for Southeastern Michigan – Support There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:29 p.m. Date adopted by committee: 03/06/24 Page 4 of 4
    Location
    the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-4109
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 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, February 28, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building Present: Senators Cherry (C), Bayer, Klinefelt and Albert Excused: Senator Hauck
    Location
    Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-4110
    Meeting state
    held
    Minutes url
    Not recorded
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 15:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 16:03:00.000000
    Actual start
    2024-02-28 15:01:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-346
    Committee name
    General Government
    Evidence text
    APPROVED COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES February 28, 2024 A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on General Government was scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Cherry, Sen.(s) Bayer, Klinefelt and Albert. A quorum was present. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer, supported by Sen. Klinefelt, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 21, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the FY 2024-25 Executive Recommendation: John Johnson, Executive Director, Department of Civil Rights Kimberly Woolridge, Deputy Executive Director, Department of Civil Rights At 3:04 p.m., Sen. Roger Hauck entered the meeting. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the FY 2024-25 Executive Recommendation and the Complaints Investigation and Enforcement Division: Marcelina Trevino, Enforcement Director, Department of Civil Rights Senators Albert, Cherry, and Bayer asked questions pertaining to the presentation and the Executive Recommendation. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the FY 2024-25 Executive Recommendation: Michelle Lange, Executive Director, Department of Technology, Management, and Budget Laura Clark, Michigan Chief Information Officer, Department of Technology, Management, and Budget. Senators Cherry, Bayer, and Albert asked questions pertaining to the presentation and the Executive Recommendation. In addition to the individuals testifying, answers were given by: Anthony Estell, Director of Office of Retirement Services; Stephanie Epps-Guzek, Manager, Enterprise Risk Management; and Maria Tyszkiewicz, Budget Director. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Bayer, to adjourn the committee at 4:03 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned. Page 1 of 1
    Location
    the 1300 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-5080
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 15:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 12:51:00.000000
    Actual start
    2024-02-28 12:34:00.000000
    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 February 28, 2024 A meeting of the Senate Committee on Health Policy was scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 12:30 p.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The agenda summary is as follows: 1. Testimony regarding HB 4101 (Rep. VanderWall). 2. Reported HB 4608 (Rep. Pohutsky) with recommendation. The Chair called the meeting to order at 12:34 p.m. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad, a quorum was present. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from February 14, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen. Cherry was excused from the meeting. The Chair invited Nick Miller, of Rep. VanderWall's office, to summarize HB 4101. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding HB 4101: Kelli Pierce, Michigan Speech Language Hearing Association – Support The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4101: Elizabeth Kutter, Michigan Health and Hospital Association – Support Marnie Triemstra, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – Neutral The Chair read the cards of those individuals not wishing to testify before the committee regarding HB 4608: Cynthia Rutkowski, Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics – Support Beth Lyman, Citizen – Support Emily Ostrowski, Citizen – Support Wendy LaFontain, Citizen – Support Alex Thompson, Citizen – Support Page 1 of 2 Amy VanTighem, Citizen – Support Elizabeth Kutter, Michigan Health and Hospital Association – Support Marnie Triemstra, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs – Neutral At 12:42 p.m., the Chair called for the committee to go at ease. At 12:50, the Chair reconvened the committee. The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Santana, to report HB 4608 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, and Huizenga Nays: Sen. Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:51 p.m. Date Adopted by Committee: March 13, 2024 Page 2 of 2
    Location
    the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-4106
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 12:30:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 13:03:00.000000
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    house
    Committee id
    committee-48
    Committee name
    Health Policy
    Evidence text
    HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMITTEE ON HEALTH POLICY REP. JULIE M. ROGERS CHAIR COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES Wednesday, February 28, 2024 12:00 PM Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building The House Committee on Health Policy was called to order by Chair Rogers. The Chair requested attendance be called: Present: Reps. Rogers, Whitsett, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans, VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Absent: None. Excused: None. Chair Rogers offered the following proposed Committee rules: 1. For any item of legislation considered by the committee, at least 1 meeting will be called at which the public may address the committee regarding that item of legislation. Oral testimony may be limited at the discretion of the committee chair. The Committee may accept written testimony in lieu of oral testimony. 2. All testimony shall be on the subject matter pertaining to the committee agenda. Representative Fitzgerald moved to adopt the proposed Committee rules. The motion prevailed 18-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Whitsett, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans, VanderWall, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Glanville moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 13, 2024. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Chair Rogers laid before the committee a presentation on diabetes: the types and causes, its prevalence in Michigan, the results of failing to manage it, and the costs to society and our health care system when affordable treatments are unavailable. At 12:21 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:22 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Dr. Arti Bhan, representing the Michigan State Medical Society, gave an overview of diabetes and the medical interventions it requires. Cayley Winters-Norrie, representing herself and diabetes patients, gave a personal account of what can happen when insulin is unaffordable. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4890 and HB 5519 before the committee: HB 4890 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled "Michigan strategic fund act," by amending section 9 (MCL 125.2009), as amended by 2021 PA 136, and by adding chapter 8F. HB 5519 (Rep. Conlin) A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled "Michigan strategic fund act," by amending section 9 (MCL 125.2009), as amended by 2021 PA 136. Minority Vice Chair VanderWall and Representative Conlin testified together in support of HB 4890 and HB 5519. Questions and discussion followed. Sara Cambensy, representing herself, testified in support of HB 4890 and HB 5519. Allan Coukell, representing Civica Rx, testified in support of HB 4890 and HB 5519. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4890 and HB 5519, but did not wish to speak: Gary Dougherty, representing the American Diabetes Association. Kris Kraft, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4890, but did not wish to speak: Peter Fotos, representing PhRMA. The Chair laid SB 249 before the committee: SB 249 (Sen. Hertel) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 20904, 20912, 20950, 20952, and 20954 (MCL 333.20904, 333.20912, 333.20950, 333.20952, and 333.20954), sections 20904, 20912, and 20954 as amended by 2000 PA 375, section 20950 as amended by 2021 PA 25, and section 20952 as added by 1990 PA 179. Representative Rheingans moved to report out SB 249 with the recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Government Operations. The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Whitsett, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans, VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Rogers adjourned the meeting at 1:03 PM. Representative Julie M. Rogers, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov
    Location
    Room 352, House Appropriations, State Capitol Building
    Media count
    1
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-900
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 12:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-349
    Committee name
    LEO-MEDC
    Evidence text
    The Appropriations Subcommittee on LEO/MEDC submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building Present: Senators Cavanagh (C), McDonald Rivet, McCann, McMorrow, Camilleri, Huizenga and Bumstead Scheduled Meetings Appropriations – Subcommittees – General Government – Wednesday, March 6, 3:00 p.m., Room 1300, Binsfeld Office Building (517) 373-2768 Military, Veterans, State Police and House Appropriations on Military and Veterans Affairs and State Police, Joint – Tuesday, March 5, 9:00 a.m., Room 352, House Appropriations Room, 3rd Floor, Capitol Building (517) 373-2768 Senator Singh moved that the Senate adjourn. The motion prevailed, the time being 12:22 p.m. The Assistant President pro tempore, Senator Geiss, declared the Senate adjourned until Tuesday, March 5, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. DANIEL OBERLIN Secretary of the Senate
    Location
    Room 1200, Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-4111
    Meeting state
    held
    Minutes url
    Not recorded
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 15:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    2024-02-28 16:10:00.000000
    Actual start
    2024-02-28 15:01:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-349
    Committee name
    LEO-MEDC
    Evidence text
    **DRAFT** COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES February 28, 2024 A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on LEO/MEDC was scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 3:00 p.m., in the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The Chair called the meeting to order at 3:01 p.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) McDonald Rivet, McCann, McMorrow, Camilleri, Huizenga and Bumstead, a quorum was present. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 21, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding the FY 2024-25 Executive Budget Recommendation. Josh Hunts and Amy Adams, Michigan Economic Development Corporation – Support The Chair invited the following individuals to present testimony regarding a new path to prosperity. Lou Glazer and Donald Crimes, Michigan Future, Inc There being no further business before the committee, the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, to adjourn the committee at 4:10 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned. Page 1 of 1
    Location
    the 1200 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-5109
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 15:00:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    Not recorded
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-354
    Committee name
    Universities and Community Colleges
    Evidence text
    The Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges submitted the following: Meeting held on Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 8:45 a.m., Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building Present: Senators McCann (C), Singh and Albert Excused: Senators Irwin and Damoose
    Location
    Room 1100, Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-4107
    Meeting state
    held
    Minutes url
    Not recorded
    Quorum state
    quorum not determined
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 08:45:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
  • Actual end
    Not recorded
    Actual start
    2024-02-28 08:48:00.000000
    Chamber
    senate
    Committee id
    committee-354
    Committee name
    Universities and Community Colleges
    Evidence text
    **DRAFT** COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES February 28, 2024 A meeting of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Universities and Community Colleges was scheduled for Wednesday, February 28, 2024, at 8:45 a.m., in the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building. The Chair called the meeting to order at 8:48 a.m.. He instructed the Clerk to call the roll. At that time, the following members were present: Chair McCann, Sen.(s) Singh and Albert, a quorum was present. The Chair moved, supported by Sen. Singh, to excuse absent members. Without objection, absent members were excused. The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Albert, supported by Sen. Singh, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 21, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted. The Chair invited Brandy Johnson, President of the Michigan Community Colleges Association, to present testimony regarding priorities for the fiscal year 2024-25 budget. Ms. Johnson also provided written testimony and answered a number of questions from members of the committee. The Chair invited Robert LeFevre, President of Michigan Independent Colleges and Universities, to present testimony regarding his organization's priorities for the fiscal year 2024-25 budget. Mr. LeFevre also provided written testimony and answered a number of questions from members of the committee. There being no further business before the committee, the committee was adjourned. Page 1 of 1
    Location
    the 1100 Room of the Binsfeld Office Building
    Media count
    0
    Meeting date
    2024-02-28
    Meeting id
    meeting-5159
    Meeting state
    held
    Quorum state
    quorum confirmed
    Scheduled start
    2024-02-28 08:45:00.000000
    Session name
    2023-2024
Day date
2024-02-28
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
146
Observation state
observations found
Sitting count
2
Sittings
  • Chamber
    house
    Evidence status
    convened journal
    Journal object name
    2024-HJ-02-28-019
    Linked media count
    1
    Named action count
    9
    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
    1
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Scheduled state
    official schedule observed
    Session name
    2023-2024
    Sitting date
    2024-02-28
    Sitting id
    sitting-476
  • Chamber
    senate
    Evidence status
    convened journal
    Journal object name
    2024-SJ-02-28-020
    Linked media count
    1
    Named action count
    30
    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
    5
    Scheduled start
    Not recorded
    Scheduled state
    official schedule observed
    Session name
    2023-2024
    Sitting date
    2024-02-28
    Sitting id
    sitting-667

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