evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the minutes from the June 23rd, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5880, HB 5881, SB 977 and SB 978 before the committee: HB 5880 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 759 (MCL 168.759), as amended by 2018 PA 603. HB 5881 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. SB 977 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 759 (MCL 168.759), as amended by 2018 PA 603. SB 978 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. Representative Bollin testified in support of HB 5880, HB 5881, SB 977 and SB 978. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Wendzel testified in support of HB 5880, HB 5881, SB 977 and SB 978. Senator Daley testified in support of HB 5880, HB 5881, SB 977 and SB 978. Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in support of HB 5880, HB 5881, SB 977 and SB 978. Chris Swope, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks, testified with no position on HB 5880 and SB 977.


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evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5880. The motion prevailed 7- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5881. The motion prevailed 7-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 977. The motion prevailed 7-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 978. The motion prevailed 7-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid the presentation by local clerks on the Primary Election before the committee: Chris Swope & Pam Smith from the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks on the Primary Election Sheila Reitz, Buchanan Township Clerk, on the Primary Election Lisa Posthumus-Lyons on the Primary Election There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at 1:30 PM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wittenberg moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6112, HB 6113, HB 6114 and HB 6115 before the committee: HB 6112 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending sections 4151 and 4153 (MCL 500.4151 and 500.4153), as amended by 2012 PA 544. HB 6113 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending sections 4155 and 4158 (MCL 500.4155 and 500.4158), section 4155 as amended by 2012 PA 544 and section 4158 as added by 2012 PA 544. HB 6114 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending sections 4159 and 4160 (MCL 500.4159 and 500.4160), as added by 2012 PA 544. HB 6115 (Rep. Rendon) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 4165 (MCL 500.4165), as amended by 2012 PA 544, and by adding section 4166. Karin Gyger and Renee Campbell, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services, testified in support of HB 6112, HB 6113, HB 6114 and HB 6115. Questions and discussion followed. Frank Venuto, representing the American Council of Life Insurers, testified in support of HB 6112, HB 6113, HB 6114 and HB 6115. Marcia Hune and David Zyble, representing the Life Insurance Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB 6112, HB 6113, HB 6114 and HB 6115. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6112, HB 6113, HB 6114 and HB 6115, but did not wish to speak: Ken Ross, representing John Hancock Financial. Liz Pujolas, representing the Insured Retirement Institute. Bob Stefanski, representing AIG. Barbara Janowski, representing the Gleaner Life Insurance Society. David Zyble, representing Jackson National Life.


evidence_text: Representative Wittenberg moved to excuse Representatives Frederick, LaFave and Gay- Dagnogo from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Daire Rendon adjourned the meeting at 10:51 AM. Representative Daire Rendon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 23, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5778 and HB 5779 before the committee: HB 5778 (Rep. Ellison) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 9p. HB 5779 (Rep. Ellison) A bill to provide for the exemption of certain property from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain property; to provide for the disposition of that specific tax; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to provide penalties. Representative Ellison testified in support of HB 5778 and HB 5779. Questions and discussion followed. Ed Noonan, representing United Rental, John McClellan, representing the American Rental Association, Scott Irwin, representing Delux Rental, and Kevin Keeley, representing Chets Rent-All, all testified in support of HB 5778 and HB 5779. Questions and discussion followed. Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association, testified in opposition to HB 5778 and HB 5779. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5778 and HB 5779, but did not wish to speak: Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce. Chris Hackbarth, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Scott Riehl, representing the Equipment and Leasing Financing Association. John Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Ryan Roslund, representing Rent-Rite. Kevin Keeley, representing Chets Rent-All. Bruce Jones, representing Allied Equipment Rental. Dean Anderson, representing All Star Rental. Tyce Hoist, representing Hoist Enterprise Inc. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5778 and HB 5779, but did not wish to speak: Dug Neeham, representing the Michigan Aggregates Association.. The Chair laid HB 4992 and HB 4993 before the committee: HB 4992 (Rep. Witwer) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 260. HB 4993 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 261. Substitute (H-1) was previously adopted to HB 4992 on December 4th, 2019. Substitute (H-1) was previously adopted to HB 4993 on December 4th, 2019.


evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to refer House Bill No. 4992 to the Committee on Government Operations, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13- 1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: Rep. Hall. Pass: Rep. Lower.


evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to refer House Bill No. 4993 to the Committee on Government Operations, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13- 1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: Rep. Hall. Pass: Rep. Lower. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the meeting at 12:45 PM. Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair Dakota Soda Acting Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from July 22, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The chair returned to HB 4488, HB 4489, HB 4490, HB 4491, HB 4492 and HB 4493. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4488, HB 4489, HB 4490, HB 4491, HB 4492 and HB 4493, but did not wish to speak: Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4488. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4488. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4488 with recommendation, as substitute (H-4). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to report out HB 4489 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to report out HB 4490 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Leutheuser moved to report out HB 4491 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to report out HB 4492 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bolden moved to report out HB 4493 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5611 before the committee: HB 5611 (Rep. Lower) A bill to amend 1945 PA 200, entitled "An act to define a marketable record title to an interest in land; to require the filing of notices of claim of interest in such land in certain cases within a definite period of time and to require the recording thereof; to make invalid and of no force or effect all claims with respect to the land affected thereby where no such notices of claim of interest are filed within the required period; to provide for certain penalties for filing slanderous notices of claim of interest, and to provide certain exceptions to the applicability and operation thereof," by amending section 3 (MCL 565.103), as amended by 2018 PA 572.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5611 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 432 before the committee: SB 432 (Sen. Horn) A bill to amend 1984 PA 270, entitled "Michigan strategic fund act," by amending section 74 (MCL 125.2074), as amended by 2006 PA 616. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 432, but did not wish to speak: Greg Bitd, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.


evidence_text: Representative Leutheuser moved to report out SB 432 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5085 before the committee: HB 5085 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 18817.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5085. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5085 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair returned to HB 4717. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4717, but did not wish to speak: Sarah Howes, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4717. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4717 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman. Nays: Reps. Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4483 before the committee: HB 4483 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1164c. Representative Warren offered the following amendments to HB 4483: 1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "1," by striking out "2020," and inserting "2021,". 2. Amend page 1, line 4, after the first "the" by striking out "2020-2021" and inserting "2021-2022".


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4483. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to report House Bill No. 4483 as amended, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at 12:28 PM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to adopt the meeting minutes from July 29, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4990. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to report the (S-1) version of HB 4990 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Daley, Barrett, and Horn. Nays: Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Bullock, and McMorrow. Pass: Sen.(s) Geiss. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4990. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4991. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to report the (S-1) version of HB 4991 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Daley, Barrett, and Horn. Nays: Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Bullock, and McMorrow. Pass: Sen.(s) Geiss. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4991. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-4) version of HB 4459. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-4) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report the (S-4) version of HB 4459 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Daley, Barrett, Horn, and Bullock. Nays: Sen.(s) Nesbitt. Pass: Sen.(s) Geiss and McMorrow. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4459. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the (S-4) version of HB 4460. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Horn, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-4) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report the (S-4) version of HB 4460 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Daley, Barrett, Horn, and Bullock. Nays: Sen.(s) Nesbitt. Pass: Sen.(s) Geiss and McMorrow. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4460. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:58 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Runestad to adopt the meeting minutes from July 22, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Zorn to report SR 135 to the floor with recommendation that it be adopted. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Bizon, Sen.(s) Barrett, Runestad, Zorn, Bullock, and Alexander. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the resolution was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the meeting minutes from July 29, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: Sen. Schmidt moved to adjourn the committee at 9:50 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the meeting minutes from July 22, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:06 p.


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to excuse Representatives Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Garrett, Clemente and Ellison from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5937, HB 5938, HB 5939, HB 5940, HB 5941, HB 5942, HB 5943, HB 5944 and HB 5945 before the committee: HB 5937 (Rep. Vaupel) A bill to require drug manufacturers to report certain information to the department of insurance and financial services; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities; to allow for the promulgation of rules; and to prescribe civil sanctions. HB 5938 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to license and regulate pharmacy benefit managers; to require reporting of certain data; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide remedies; to require the promulgation of rules; and to require and to provide sanctions for violation of this act. HB 5939 (Rep. Vaupel) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406v. HB 5940 (Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding sections 17748e and 17748f. HB 5941 (Rep. Wentworth) A bill to amend 1984 PA 218, entitled "Third party administrator act," by amending the title and section 2 (MCL 550.902), and by adding sections 26 and 27. HB 5942 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 17757 (MCL 333.17757), as amended by 2016 PA 383, and by adding section 17757b. HB 5943 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 1984 PA 323, entitled "The health care false claim act," by amending sections 2 and 4a (MCL 752.1002 and 752.1004a), section 4a as amended by 2016 PA 80. HB 5944 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406v. HB 5945 (Rep. Paquette) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 21517. Kris Kraft and Tim Antonelli, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, testified in support of HB 5937, HB 5940, and HB 5943; and in opposition to HB 5938 and HB 5939; and with a neutral position on HB 5941 and HB 5942. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5929 before the committee: HB 5929 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16186 (MCL 333.16186), as amended by 2006 PA 398. Representative Whiteford testified in support of HB 5929. Questions and discussion followed. David Jahn, representing the War Memorial Hospital, testified in support of HB 5929. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5929, but did not wish to speak: Sean Gehle, representing Trinity Health Michigan. Adam Carlson, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Bret Jackson, representing the The Economic Alliance for Michigan. The Chair laid HB 5446 before the committee: HB 5446 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16605 and 16608 (MCL 333.16605 and 333.16608), section 16605 as amended by 2018 PA 463 and section 16608 as amended by 2002 PA 643. Represenative Frederick testified in support of HB 5446. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Margaret Gingrich, representing the Michigan Dental Association, testified in support of HB 5446. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5446, but did not wish to speak: Marlon Brown, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5446, but did not wish to speak: Manny Lentine, representing the Michigan Council of Dental Specialties. Bret Jackson, representing the The Economic Alliance for Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Vaupel adjourned the meeting at 4:01 PM. Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101 before the committee: HB 6030 (Rep. Albert) A bill to provide minimum requirements for claims alleging exposure to COVID-19; establishing liability standards for claims alleging exposure to COVID-19; precluding liability if conduct complies with regulations, orders, or public health guidance; and limiting liability with respect to certain products made, sold, or donated in response to COVID-19. HB 6031 (Rep. Brann) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," (MCL 408.1001 to 408.1094) by adding section 85. HB 6032 (Rep. Filler) A bill to prohibit an employer from taking certain actions against an employee who does not report to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit an employee from reporting to work under certain circumstances related to COVID-19; to prohibit discrimination and retaliation for engaging in certain activities; to provide remedies; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 6101 (Rep. Byrd) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," (MCL 408.1001 to 408.1094) by adding sections 85 and 85a. Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber, and Cary Silverman, representing the American Tort Reform Association, testified in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101. Questions and discussion followed. Steve Loftis, representing Harbor Restaurants, testified in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101. Questions and discussion followed. Brad Williams, representing the Detroit Chamber, testified in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101. Questions and discussion followed. Deb Freid, representing the Michigan Association of Justice, testified in opposition to HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101. Questions and discussion followed. Charlie Owen, representing the NFIB, testified in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101. Questions and discussion followed. Robert Riley, representing the State Bar of Michigan Negligence Law Section, testified in opposition to HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101. Questions and discussion followed. Jim Hunsanger, representing the MSU Federal Credit Union, testified in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Dave Greco, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Dan Hurley, representing the Michigan Association of State Universities. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Tim Greimel, representing the AFSCME Council 25. Marla Linderman, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6030, HB 6031, HB 6032 and HB 6101, but did not wish to speak: John Lindley, representing the Michigan Association of CPAs. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6030, HB 6031 and HB 6032, but did not wish to speak: Patrick Fucik, representing T-Mobile. The Chair laid SB 321 before the committee: SB 321 (Sen. LaSata) A bill to amend 2004 PA 177, entitled "Michigan law enforcement officers memorial act," by amending section 5 (MCL 28.785), as amended by 2013 PA 242. Senator LaSata, and Judge Gary Bruce, testified in support of SB 321. Barrien County Undersheriff, Chuck Heit, testified in support of SB 321. Mary Johnson, representing the herself, testified in support of SB 321. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 321, but did not wish to speak: Kyle Kaminski, representing the Michigan Department of Corrections. Sgt. Chris Gerard, representing the Michigan State Police.


evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to excuse Representatives LaFave, Howell and Rendon from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at 1:23 PM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 23, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 852 before the committee: SB 852 (Sen. Lauwers) A bill to create an industrial hemp program; to authorize certain activities involving industrial hemp to require the registration of persons engaged in certain activities; to provide for the sampling and testing of industrial hemp; to provide for the collection of fees; to create certain funds; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state departments and officers and state agencies and officials; to prohibit certain acts; and to prescribe civil sanctions. Jill Larder, representing Senator Lauwers' office, testified in support of SB 852. Nathan Kark and Gina Allesandri, representing the Mihcigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, testified in support of SB 852.


evidence_text: Representative Eisen moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 852. The motion prevailed 10-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Mueller, LaFave, Hoitenga, Eisen, Wendzel, Elder, Coleman, Garza, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Elder moved to refer Senate Bill No. 852 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Alexander, Mueller, LaFave, Hoitenga, Eisen, Wendzel, Elder, Coleman, Cynthia Johnson, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Alexander played a video regarding the Effects of COVID-19 on the Food and Beverage Industry .


evidence_text: Representative Elder moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Julie Alexander adjourned the meeting at 12:52 PM. Representative Julie Alexander, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 28, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4288 before the committee: HB 4288 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to create a statewide broadband service grant program; and to establish a process for the application and awarding of grant funds. Tom Frazier, representing the MI Townships Association, testified in opposition to HB 4288. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4288. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoitenga, Steven Johnson, Wozniak, Coleman, Chirkun. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HR 283 before the committee: HR 283 (Rep. Hoitenga) A resolution to urge the Congress of the United States to allocate funding for states that have established broadband expansion block grant programs. Chair Hoitenga testified in support of HR 283. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4288, but did not wish to speak: Jennifer Greenburg, representing the Telecom Association of Michigan.. Mike Hansen, representing the Michigan Community College Association.. Mike Schucte, representing the Communication Workers of America.. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4288, but did not wish to speak: John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Mike Watza, representing the Protec.. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michele Hoitenga adjourned the meeting at 10:19 AM. Representative Michele Hoitenga, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the minutes from the September 2nd, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5880, HB 5881, SB 977 and SB 978 before the committee: HB 5880 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 759 (MCL 168.759), as amended by 2018 PA 603. HB 5881 (Rep. Bollin) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. SB 977 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 759 (MCL 168.759), as amended by 2018 PA 603. SB 978 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5880. The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Guerra offered the following amendment to HB 5880 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 14, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5987 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5880 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None. Representative Hope offered the following amendment to HB 5880 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 14, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5449 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5880 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None. Representative Guerra offered the following amendment to HB 5880 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 15, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5991 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5880 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None. Representative Guerra offered the following amendment to HB 5880 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 15, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5435 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5880 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None. Representative Guerra offered the following amendment to HB 5880 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 15, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5987 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt the amendments to HB 5880 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to refer House Bill No. 5880 to the Committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 4-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Nays: Rep. Guerra. Pass: Rep. Hope.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5881. The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Paquette moved to refer House Bill No. 5881 to the Committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 4-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Nays: Rep. Guerra. Pass: Rep. Hope.


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 977. The motion prevailed 6-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Hope offered the following amendment to SB 977 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 15, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5449 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt the amendment to SB 977 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None. Representative Guerra offered the following amendment to SB 977 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 15, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5987 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt the amendment to SB 977 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None. Representative Guerra offered the following amendment to SB 977 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 15, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5991 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt the amendments to SB 977 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None. Representative Guerra offered the following amendment to SB 977 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 15, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless Senate Bill No. 757 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt the amendment to SB 977 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None. Representative Guerra offered the following amendment to SB 977 (H-2): 1. Amend page 7, following line 15, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 5435 of the 100th Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt the amendments to SB 977 (H-2). The motion did not prevail 2-4-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Guerra, Hope. Nays: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to refer Senate Bill No. 977 to the Committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 4-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Nays: Rep. Guerra. Pass: Rep. Hope.


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to SB 978. The motion prevailed 6-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to refer Senate Bill No. 978 to the Committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 4-1-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Paquette. Nays: Rep. Guerra. Pass: Rep. Hope. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5880 (H-2), HB 5881 (H-3), SB 977 (H-2), and SB 978 (H-3), but did not wish to speak: Bill Zaagman, representing GCSI. The Chair laid HB 6177, HB 6178, HB 6179, HB 6181 and HB 6180 before the committee: HB 6177 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 510 (MCL 168.510). HB 6178 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 509bb (MCL 168.509bb), as added by 1994 PA 441. HB 6179 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 33a. HB 6181 (Rep. Sabo) A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan campaign finance act," by amending section 16 (MCL 169.216), as amended by 2017 PA 184. HB 6180 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists, lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to require the filing of reports; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department of state; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," by amending section 8 (MCL 4.418), as amended by 1994 PA 412. Representative Hall testified in support of HB 6177, HB 6178, HB 6179, HB 6181 and HB 6180. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Sabo testified in support of HB 6181. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6177, HB 6178, HB 6179, HB 6181 and HB 6180, but did not wish to speak: Adam Reames, representing the Michigan Department of State.


evidence_text: Representative Paquette moved to excuse Representative Marino from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at 12:36 PM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Cole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 24, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 302 before the committee: HR 302 (Rep. Reilly) A resolution to declare September 24, 2020, as a Day of Prayer, Fasting, and Humiliation in the state of Michigan. Representative Reilly testified in support of his resolution. Questions and discussion followed. Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference, submitted a card in support of the resolution, but did not wish to speak.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HR 302 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 4-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Rabhi. The Chair laid HB 6162 and HB 4993 before the committee: HB 6162 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 260. HB 4993 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.713) by adding section 261.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4993. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly, Greig, Rabhi. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Berman and Representative Tate testified in support of their bills. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 6162, but did not wish to speak: Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6162 and HB 4993, but did not wish to speak: Brandon Betz, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Joan Gustafson, representing the Michigan Nonprofit Association. Frank Foster, representing the Council of Michigan Foundations.


evidence_text: Representative Cole moved to report out HB 4993 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Greig, Rabhi.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 6162 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Greig, Rabhi. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jason Sheppard adjourned the meeting at 9:09 AM. Representative Jason Sheppard, Chair Angie Lake Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to report out HB 6132 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Yancey. The Chair laid HB 5844, HB 5854, HB 5855, HB 5856 and HB 5857 before the committee: HB 5844 (Rep. Bellino) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16296 and 16299 (MCL 333.16296 and 333.16299), section 16299 as amended by 2012 PA 499. HB 5854 (Rep. Sneller) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 625, 904, 904a, and 905 (MCL 257.625, 257.904, 257.904a, and 257.905), section 625 as amended by 2017 PA 153, section 904 as amended by 2018 PA 212, and section 904a as amended by 1985 PA 53. HB 5855 (Rep. Brann) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1599 and 1809 (MCL 380.1599 and 380.1809), section 1809 as added by 1995 PA 96. HB 5856 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 40118, 41105, 47327, 48738, 80177, 80178b, 81134, 82128, and 82129b (MCL 324.40118, 324.41105, 324.47327, 324.48738, 324.80177, 324.80178b, 324.81134, 324.82128, and 324.82129b), section 40118 as amended by 2017 PA 124, sections 41105 and 47327 as added by 1995 PA 57, section 48738 as amended by 2014 PA 541, section 80177 as amended and section 80178b as added by 2014 PA 402, section 81134 as amended by 2014 PA 405, and section 82128 as amended and section 82129b as added by 2014 PA 404. HB 5857 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to amend 1993 PA 354, entitled "Railroad code of 1993," by amending sections 257 and 267 (MCL 462.257 and 462.267). Representative Johnson, Representative Brann and Diana Prichard, representing the Americans for Prosperity, testified together in support of HB 5844, HB 5854, HB 5855, HB 5856 and HB 5857. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5844, HB 5854, HB 5855, HB 5856 and HB 5857, but did not wish to speak: John Cooper, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Algeria Wilson, representing the National Association of Social Workers. Tom Boyd, representing the State Court Administrator. Karen Ferrick, representing the City of Grand Rapids. Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. David Guenther, representing the Mackinac Center. Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs Association. Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Andrew Brashier, representing the Prison Fellowship. Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Paul Stankewitz, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Alex Rossman, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5854, but did not wish to speak: Judge Harvey Hoffman, representing the Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals. The Chair laid HB 6159 before the committee: HB 6159 (Rep. Hauck) A bill to provide immunity for health care providers and health care facilities in the event of a pandemic; and to clarify the time frame for the immunity. Representative Hauck testified in support of HB 6159. Questions and discussion followed. Amy Barkholz, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association, testified in support of HB 6159. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6159, but did not wish to speak: Richie Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan. Sarah Waun, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Renee Beniak, representing the Michigan County Medical Care Facilities Council. Adam Carlson, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6159, but did not wish to speak: Tim Greimel, representing the AFSCME Council 25. Todd Tennis, representing the State Bar of Michigan Negligence Law Section. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Filler adjourned the meeting at 9:41 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5778 and HB 5779 before the committee: HB 5778 (Rep. Ellison) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," (MCL 211.1 to 211.155) by adding section 9p. HB 5779 (Rep. Ellison) A bill to provide for the exemption of certain property from certain taxes; to levy and collect a specific tax upon the owners of certain property; to provide for the disposition of that specific tax; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; and to provide penalties. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified with a neutral position on HB 5778 and HB 5779. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder 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 Afendoulis adjourned the meeting at 12:09 PM. Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair Molly Wingrove Acting Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5298 before the committee: HB 5298 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending sections 100b and 100c (MCL 330.1100b and 330.1100c), section 100b as amended by 2014 PA 200 and section 100c as amended by 2016 PA 320, and by adding section 137a. Representative Whiteford testified in support of HB 5298. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5298, but did not wish to speak: Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. The Chair laid HB 4098 before the committee: HB 4098 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 21903, 21905, 21907, 21909, 21911, 21913, 21915, 21919, 21921, and 21923 (MCL 333.21903, 333.21905, 333.21907, 333.21909, 333.21911, 333.21913, 333.21915, 333.21919, 333.21921, and 333.21923), as added by 2017 PA 172. Representative Frederick testified in support of HB 4098. Questions and discussion followed. Rich Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4098. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4098, but did not wish to speak: Renee Beniak, representing the Michigan County Medical Care Facilities Council. Dalton Herbel, representing Leading Age Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4098, but did not wish to speak: Dawn Kettinger, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. The Chair laid HB 5777 before the committee: HB 5777 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 2104, 2132, and 2165 (MCL 324.2104, 324.2132, and 324.2165), sections 2104 and 2132 as amended by 2018 PA 238 and section 2165 as added by 2018 PA 240. Michael Goschka, representing Representative Howell, testified in support of HB 5777. Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5777. Representative Warren spoke to a proposed amendment to HB 5777. The Chair laid HB 5059 before the committee: HB 5059 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1996 PA 381, entitled "Brownfield redevelopment financing act," (MCL 125.2651 to 125.2670) by adding section 15b.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5059. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5059 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5059, but did not wish to speak: Abby Cypher, representing the Education Service Area Legislative Group. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Jerry Johnson, representing the Berry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, Monroe Intermediate School Districts. Chris Glass, representing Michigan Talent Triangle. Greg Nyen, representing the Marquette-Algers Regional Education Service Area. The Chair returned to HB 5298.


evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5298. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to report out HB 5298 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4954 and HB 4955 before the committee: HB 4954 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The management and budget act," (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 266. HB 4955 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The management and budget act," (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 262a.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4954. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to report out HB 4954 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Leutheuser moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 4955. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4955 with recommendation, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair returned to HB 4098.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4098. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4098 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 6-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Meerman. Nays: Reps. Hauck, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 435 before the committee: SB 435 (Sen. Horn) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2081) by adding section 1075a.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to report out SB 435 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 435, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid SB 132 before the committee: SB 132 (Sen. Zorn) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," by amending sections 12 and 48 (MCL 250.1012 and 250.1048), and by adding section 1085.


evidence_text: Representative Kahle moved to report out SB 132 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 132, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid HB 5553 before the committee: HB 5553 (Rep. Garza) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2091) by adding section 102. Representative Warren offered the following amendment to HB 5553: 1. Amend page 1, line 4, after "the" by striking out ""PFC" and inserting ""SPC".


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5553. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hertel moved to report House Bill No. 5553 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5553, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid HB 4170 before the committee: HB 4170 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 6b.


evidence_text: Representative Kahle moved to report out HB 4170 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4170, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid HB 5570 before the committee: HB 5570 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2091) by adding section 106.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5570 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5570, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at 11:10 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4792. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt and McCann Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bumstead to adopt the McBroom amendment #1 to the (S-1) version of HB 4972. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman, Schmidt and McCann Nays: None The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Schmidt to report HB 4332 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McBroom, Sen.(s) Bumstead, Outman and Schmidt Nays: Sen. McCann The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4332. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: Sen. Schmidt moved to adjourn the committee at 9:18 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 1035. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report SB 1035 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 1035 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4926. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report HB 4926 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4926 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report HB 4927 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4927. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4928. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report HB 4928 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4928 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4929. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report HB 4929 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4929 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 4930. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to report HB 4930 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4930 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:51 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to adopt the meeting minutes from June 24, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report HB 5194 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5194. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to report HB 4395 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4395. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to report HB 4396 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4396. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hollier to report HB 5267 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5267. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Outman to report HB 5334 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5334. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report HB 4475 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Barrett, Sen.(s) LaSata, McBroom, Victory, Outman, Lauwers, Geiss, Bullock, and Hollier Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4475. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:58 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Alexander to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 2, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977 before the committee: HB 5975 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 1 (MCL 722.111), as amended by 2020 PA 6, and by adding section 4b. HB 5976 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," (MCL 722.111 to 722.128) by adding section 4c. HB 5977 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 2 (MCL 722.112), as amended by 2017 PA 257. Representative Jack O'Malley, bill sponsor, testified on HB 5975 and HB 5976, and Representative Gregory Markkanen, bill sponsor, testified on HB 5977. Questions and discussion followed. Laurie Fletcher, representing the Fletcher Home Childcare, testified and submitted written testimony in support of HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977. Questions followed. Jaern Culina, representing the Talent 2025, testified in support of HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977. Questions followed. Kristie Sieloff, representing the Traverse Connect Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance, testified in support of HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977. Questions followed. Marnie Triemstra, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, submitted a card and written testimony in opposition to HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977, but did not wish to speak. Alex Rossman, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy, submitted a card in opposition to HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977, but did not wish to speak. The following individuals submitted written testimony in support of HB 5975, HB 5976 and HB 5977, but did not wish to speak: Ruth TerAvest, owner and representing the Bunny Patch Day Care; Heather Marlett, owner and representing the Ms. Heather's Friends; and Shela Jones, owner and director of the Little House.


evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to excuse Representative Hoitenga from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee. Representative Farrington moved to adjourned. Hearing no objections, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:15 a.m. Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 19, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the following before the committee: Office of the Auditor General Performance Audit Report Office of the Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital, Department of Health and Human Services July 2020 #391-0220-19. Mary Jo Kochay, Lisa Harral, and Mike Ventura testified regarding the audit report. Questions and discussion followed. Conor Moore, and Dr. Robert Hill, representing the Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital, testified regarding the audit report. Questions and discussion followed. Emily Schwarzkopf, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services answered questions regarding the audit.


evidence_text: Representative Reilly moved to excuse Representatives LaFave and Camilleri from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting at 3:38 PM. Representative Matt Hall, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 897 before the committee: SB 897 (Sen. LaSata) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 536 (MCL 436.1536), as amended by 2019 PA 131. Senator LaSata testified in support of SB 897. Matt Moersch, representing the Round Barn Distillery, testified in support of SB 897. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 897, but did not wish to speak: David Marvin, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association. The Chair laid SB 779 before the committee: SB 779 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending sections 3a, 3b, and 3c (MCL 445.573a, 445.573b, and 445.573c), section 3a as added by 1989 PA 148, section 3b as amended by 1998 PA 473, and section 3c as amended by 1996 PA 384. Senator McBroom testified in support of SB 779. Questions and discussion followed. Paul Connors, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, testified in opposition to SB 779. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 779, but did not wish to speak: Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association. The Chair laid SB 659 before the committee: SB 659 (Sen. MacGregor) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 248l (MCL 257.248l), as added by 2018 PA 420. Patty Hertrich, representing Senator MacGregor, testified in support of SB 659. Annette Chapman and Jeff Baker, representing the Michigan Independent Auto Dealers Association, testified in support of SB 659. Questions and discussion followed. Adam Reames and Katie Bower, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified in opposition to SB 659. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 659, but did not wish to speak: Kurt Berryman, representing the Auto Dealers of Michigan. The Chair laid HB 5902 before the committee: HB 5902 (Rep. Chirkun) A bill to amend 1972 PA 382, entitled "Traxler- McCauley-Law-Bowman bingo act," by amending section 3 (MCL 432.103), as amended by 2019 PA 159.


evidence_text: Representative Chirkun moved to refer HB 5902 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 13-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Cambensy, Jones, Cynthia Neeley. Nays: Rep. Liberati. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 6190 before the committee: HB 6190 (Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 12521, 12522, 12523, 12524, 12525, 12526, 12527, 12527a, 12528, 12529, 12530, 12531, 12531a, 12532, 12533, and 12534 (MCL 333.12521, 333.12522, 333.12523, 333.12524, 333.12525, 333.12526, 333.12527, 333.12527a, 333.12528, 333.12529, 333.12530, 333.12531, 333.12531a, 333.12532, 333.12533, and 333.12534), sections 12521, 12527, 12527a, 12528, 12529, and 12532 as amended by 2004 PA 408, section 12522 as amended by 2014 PA 430, section 12525 as amended by 1980 PA 522, section 12531a as added by 1989 PA 153, and section 12533 as amended by 1989 PA 153. Representative Webber testified in support of HB 6190. Matt Watson and Brian Bayer, representing the Gold Fish Swim School, testified in support of HB 6190. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 6191 before the committee: HB 6191 (Rep. Sheppard) A bill to amend 1950 (Ex Sess) PA 27, entitled "Motor vehicle sales finance act," by amending sections 2, 13, and 18 (MCL 492.102, 492.113, and 492.118), section 2 as amended by 2013 PA 16, section 13 as amended by 2009 PA 231, and section 18 as amended by 2002 PA 699. Representative Sheppard testified in support of HB 6191. Brian O'Connell and Bethany Mutchler, representing GM Financial, testified in support of HB 6191. The Chair laid HB 5897 before the committee: HB 5897 (Rep. Gay-Dagnogo) A bill to amend 2011 PA 256, entitled "Michigan fireworks safety act," by amending section 7 (MCL 28.457), as amended by 2018 PA 635. Representative Yancey testified in support of HB 5897. Tim McCall, a Detroit resident, testified in support of HB 5897. James Stajos, representing Pro Fireworks, testified in support of HB 5897. Jacoby Ross, a Detroit resident, testified in support of HB 5897. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5897, but did not wish to speak: Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs.


evidence_text: Representative Chirkun moved to excuse Representative Garza from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Webber adjourned the meeting at 10:45 AM. Representative Michael Webber, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5204 and HB 5205 before the committee: HB 5204 (Rep. Steven Johnson) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 226 (MCL 257.226), as amended by 2018 PA 342. HB 5205 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 805 (MCL 257.805), as amended by 2013 PA 82. Substitute (H-1) to HB 5204 was previously adopted on September 1st, 2020.


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5204. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to refer House Bill No. 5204 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5205. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5205 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5204 and HB 5205, but did not wish to speak: Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State. The Chair laid HB 6192 before the committee: HB 6192 (Rep. O'Malley) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 306 and 321c (MCL 257.306 and 257.321c), as amended by 2020 PA 127. Chair O'Malley testified in support of HB 6192.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to refer House Bill No. 6192 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Yancey, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6192, but did not wish to speak: Matt Levin, representing the Michigan Department of State. Chair O'Malley laid the presentation on Aerospace Aviation before the committee. Gavin Brown, representing the Michigan Aerospace Manufacturers Association, provided a presentation on the Michigan Launch Imitative. Questions and discussion followed. Mike Trout and Bryan Budds, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation, provided a presentation on Aviation's Future in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 10:26 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from July 28, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report HB 4454 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Daley, VanderWall, Bayer, and Brinks Nays: Sen. McBroom Pass: Sen. Johnson The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4454. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 1080 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Outman, Sen.(s) Daley, Johnson, VanderWall, Bayer, and Brinks Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 1080. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:50 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the meeting minutes from September 1, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 611. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 611 (S-2), to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Runestad, Chang and Irwin, Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 611 (S-2). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 20, to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad Nays: Sen (s). Chang and Irwin The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 20. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 21, to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad Nays: Sen (s). Chang and Irwin The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 21. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 289. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson, Chang and Irwin Nays: None Pass: Sen. Runestad The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report SB 289 (S-2), to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Chang Nays: Sen. Irwin Pass: Sen. Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 290 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett and Johnson Nays: Sen. Irwin Pass: Sen. (s) Runestad and Chang The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report SB 291 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen (s). VanderWall, Barrett, Johnson and Runestad Nays: Sen. Irwin Pass: Sen. Chang The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:52 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from July 23, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Brinks to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 758. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of SB 758 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 758 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of HB 5482. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report the (S-1) version of HB 5482 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5482 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:45 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from July 29, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:49 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. LaSata to adopt the minutes from May 19, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:34 p.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the minutes from the September 9th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5665 and HB 5666 before the committee: HB 5665 (Rep. Yaroch) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 619 and 1107 (MCL 380.619 and 380.1107), as added by 2004 PA 234. HB 5666 (Rep. Yaroch) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 207, 268, 327, 369, and 383 (MCL 168.207, 168.268, 168.327, 168.369, and 168.383), section 327 as amended by 1982 PA 505 and section 383 as amended by 2018 PA 120. Representative Yaroch testified in support of HB 5665 and HB 5666. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 6177, HB 6178, HB 6179, HB 6180 and HB 6181 before the committee: HB 6177 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 510 (MCL 168.510). HB 6178 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 509bb (MCL 168.509bb), as added by 1994 PA 441. HB 6179 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 33a. HB 6180 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1978 PA 472, entitled "An act to regulate political activity; to regulate lobbyists, lobbyist agents, and lobbying activities; to require registration of lobbyists and lobbyist agents; to require the filing of reports; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department of state; to prescribe penalties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," by amending section 8 (MCL 4.418), as amended by 1994 PA 412. HB 6181 (Rep. Sabo) A bill to amend 1976 PA 388, entitled "Michigan campaign finance act," by amending section 16 (MCL 169.216), as amended by 2017 PA 184.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 6177. The motion prevailed 6-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 6178. The motion prevailed 6-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Marino moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6179. The motion prevailed 6- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6180. The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 6181. The motion prevailed 6- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to refer House Bill No. 6177 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to refer House Bill No. 6178 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 6179 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 6180 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Guerra moved to refer House Bill No. 6181 to the Committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to excuse Representative Paquette from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Calley adjourned the meeting at 10:34 AM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Sneller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 16, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039 before the committee: HB 6036 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 2010 PA 270, entitled "Property assessed clean energy act," (MCL 460.931 to 460.949) by amending the title, by designating section 1 as part 1 and sections 3 to 19 as part 2, and by adding part 3. HB 6037 (Rep. Warren) A bill to authorize local units of government to adopt voluntary property assessment programs and to create districts to enable owners of noncommercial, nonindustrial real property to access financing for environmental hazard, water usage improvement, energy efficiency improvement, and renewable energy projects; to provide for the financing of the programs through certain state funds, investments, and other means; to authorize local units of government to issue bonds, notes, and other evidences of indebtedness; to authorize local units of government to advance money made available from certain state funds and other sources; to authorize certain fees; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain governmental officers and entities; and to provide for remedies. HB 6038 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 5316a. HB 6039 (Rep. Warren) A bill to amend 2010 PA 270, entitled "Property assessed clean energy act," by amending the title and sections 1, 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, and 19 (MCL 460.931, 460.933, 460.935, 460.937, 460.939, 460.941, 460.943, 460.945, 460.947, and 460.949), sections 3 and 9 as amended by 2017 PA 242, and by designating section 1 as part 1 and sections 3 to 19 as part 2. Representative Filler and Representative Warren testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Questions and discussion followed. Colin Bishopp, representing PACENation, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Leah Wiggs, representing Renew Financial, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Keith den Hollander, representing the Christian Coalition, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Byron DeLear, representing the Y-Grene Energy Fund, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Bali Kumar, representing Lean and Green Michigan, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in opposition to HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Zach Waas Smith, representing the City of Ann Arbor, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Brett Little, representing the Green Home Institute, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. John Freeman, representing the Great Lakes Renewable Energy, testified in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, testified in opposition to HB 6036, HB 6037, and HB 6038, and in support of HB 6039. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6036, HB 6037, HB 6038 and HB 6039, but did not wish to speak: Cheri Holman, representing the US Green Building Council of West Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 6036, but did not wish to speak: Sam Olsen, representing the Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association. Alex Morris, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. Haleigh Krombeen, representing the Michigan Credit Union League. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 6039, but did not wish to speak: Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum. Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council (Michigan EIBC). Joe Fedewa, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Cliff Kellogg, representing the C-Pace Alliance.


evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representative O'Malley from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chariman Joseph Bellino adjourned the meeting at 1:14 PM. Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from September 10, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 6124 before the committee: HB 6124 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1981 PA 180, entitled "Older Michiganians act," (MCL 400.581 to 400.594) by adding section 6l. Representative Matt Hall, bill sponsor, testified on HB 6124. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Alexis Travis, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Aging and Adult Services Agency, testified in support of HB 6124. Questions followed. David LaLumia, Executive Director for the Area Agencies on Aging Association of Michigan, testified in support of HB 6124, and submitted written testimony. Questions and discussion followed. Melissa Seifort, representing AARP of Michigan, submitted a card in support of HB 6124, but did not wish to speak. The Chair laid HB 5836 before the committee: HB 5836 (Rep. Crawford) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1705. The Chair, bill sponsor, explained the substitute (H-3).