evidence_text: Representative Lower moved to adopt Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in room 521 of the House Office Building as the day, time, and location for regularly scheduled meetings of the Tax Policy Committee. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair stated the committee will follow the Chapter IV committee rules, as stated in the House Rules. Chair Afendoulis made remarks to the committee and invited the committee members to introduced themselves to the committee. Jim Stansell, from the House Fiscal Agency, spoke to the committee. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:00 AM. Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


activity_role: prevailed

evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt Thursday at 9:00 a.m. in room 327 of the Anderson House Office Building as the day, time, and location for the regular schedule for the meetings of the House Commerce and Tourism Committee. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair introduced the committee support staff to the full committee. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation given by the Business Leaders for Michigan. Tim Sowton, Vice President of Government Affairs and Public Policy for Business Leaders for Michigan, gave a PowerPoint presentation on what their plan for a stronger Michigan. Questions followed. A copy of the presentation is attached. There being no further business before the committee, the Representative moved that the committee adjourn. The motion prevailed, the time being 10:16a.m.. Representative Steve Marino, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 7, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair invited Kathy Stiffler, and Erin Emerson, from the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, to give a presentation on Medicaid. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:50 AM. Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair Sondra Gordon Committee Clerk sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to adopt Thursday, at 9:00 a.m., in room 521 of the House Office Building, as the day, time, and location for the regularly scheduled meetings of the House Insurance Committee. The motion prevailed 16-0-0. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rendon, Markkanen, Webber, Vaupel, Bellino, Frederick, Hoitenga, LaFave, Berman, Paquette, Wittenberg, Gay-Dagnogo, Lasinski, Sneller, Bolden, Coleman. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair stated that the House Insurance Committee will follow Chapter IV, stated in the House Standing Rules, which were adopted on the House Floor. The Chair introduced staff members assigned to work with the Committee and made opening remarks. The Chair invited each member of the committee to introduce themselves. The Chair laid out her expectations for how the committee will run. Chad Arnold, Director of the Office of Policy, Research and Communication, Karin Gyger, Manager of Insurance Policy and Research, Judy Weaver, Director of the Office of Insurance Evaluation, Karen Dennis, Director of the Office of Insurance Rates and Forms, Renee Campbell, Director of the Office of Consumer Services, and Michele Riddering, Director of the Office of Insurance Licensing and Market Conduct, all representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services, provided a presentation regarding the Department and reviewed the following topics: the Department’s Mission Statement, Consumer Protection, Who the Department Regulates, How the Department Regulates, The National Association of Insurance Commissioners Model Laws, A Brief History of the Department, Executive Order2013-1, the Office of Consumer Services, What Types of Assistance the Department Can Provide, the Office of Insurance Evaluation, Licensing and Market Conduct, Life and Health, Property and Casualty, Disaster Preparedness, the Department’s Summer Internship Program, Financial Literacy, Anti-Fraud Efforts, Life Insurance and Annuity Locator, and the Department’s Social Media Outreach . Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:05 AM. Representative Daire Rendon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Reilly moved to adopt Reilly at 10:30 a.m. in room 326 of the House Office Building as the day, time, and location for regularly scheduled meetings of the Oversight Committee. The motion prevailed. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, S. Johnson, LaFave, Schroeder, C.A. Johnson, Camilleri, LaGrand. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair stated the committee will follow the Chapter IV committee rules, as stated in the House Rules. Auditor General, Doug Ringler and Deputy Auditor General, Laura Hirst spoke to the committee regarding the Office of the Auditor General. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:10 AM. Representative Matt Hall, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the meeting minutes from February 7, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:37 p.


evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5th, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4162 before the committee: HB 4162 (Rep. Reilly) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled"The revised school code,"by amending section 1279g (MCL 380.1279g), as amended by 2016 PA 170, and by adding section 1279i. Rick Staines, representing Huffmaster, testified in support of HB 4162. Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber; Delany McKinley, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association; and Steve Heethuis, representing AutoCam, testified in opposition to HB 4162. Questions and discussion followed. Katy Lawrence and Rose Babington, representing ACT Inc., testified in opposition to HB 4162. Questions and discussion followed. Kevin Stotts, representing Talent 2025, submitted a card in opposition to HB 4162, but did not wish to speak The following people submitted a card in Support of HB 4162, but did not wish to speak: Paul Liabenow, representing Michigan Elementary and Middle School Principals Association. Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Kathleen Merry, representing Wayne County Regional Educational Service Agency. Dr. David Michelson, representing the Michigan Education Association. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:12 AM. Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 12, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 0002 before the committee: SB 0002 (Sen. Lucido) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code, "by amending section 7523 (MCL 333.7523), as amended by 2016 PA 418, and by adding section 7521a. Senator Lucido testified in support of SB 0002. Questions and discussion followed. Chairman Filler laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. Attorney General Nessel gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4001 and HB 4002 before the committee: HB 4001 (Rep. Wentworth) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code, "by amending section 7521 (MCL 333.7521), as amended by 2015 PA 154, and by adding section 7521a. HB 4002 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code, "by amending section 7523 (MCL 333.7523), as amended by 2016 PA 418, and by adding section 7523a. Representative Wentworth and Representative LaGrand testified in support of HB 4001 and HB 4002. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid SB 0002 before the committee along with the HB 4001 and HB 4002. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4001, HB 4002 and SB 0002, but did not wish to speak: Haleigh Krombeen, representing the Michigan Credit Union League. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Robin Schneider, representing the Michigan Cannabis Industry Association. John Shea, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. Tony Daunt, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund. David Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. Laurel Luke, representing the Coalition of Justice Voters. Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, testified in support of HB 4001, HB 4002 and SB 0002. Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4001, HB 4002 and SB 0002. Charles Owens, representing the National Federation of Independent Business, testified in support of HB 4001, HB 4002 and SB 0002. Professor William Wagner, representing himself, testified in support of HB 4001, HB 4002 and SB 0002. Robert Stevenson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police, testified in opposition to HB 4001, HB 4002 and SB 0002. Questions and discussion followed. Bill Valliencourt, representing the Livingston County Prosecuting Attorney, the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4001, HB 4002 and SB 0002. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:34 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Weipert Committee Clerk mweipert@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Major General Paul Rogers, Adjutant General of the Michigan Army and Air National Guard and Director of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, gave a presentation to the committee. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:52 PM. Representative Beau LaFave, Chair Matthew Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from the February 12th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair invited Director Liesl Clark and Chief Deputy Director Aaron Keatley, representing the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:41 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy K Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 12, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4061 before the committee: HB 4061 (Rep. Yaroch) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled"Michigan memorial highway act,"(MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 21a. Representative Yaroch testified in support of HB 4061. Questions and discussion followed. Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation, submitted a card with a neutral positon on the bill, but did not wish to speak. Chairman O'Malley explained the proposed substitute (H-1).


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4061. 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 Cole moved to refer House Bill No. 4061 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. Director Paul C. Ajegba, P.E., representing the Michigan Department of Transportation, provided a presentation regarding the Department. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:23 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:37 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:01 p.


evidence_text: Representative Eisen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 16, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau, provided a presentation regarding agriculture in the state of Michigan. At 10:39 AM, the laid the committee at ease. At 10:40 AM, the called the committee back to order. Laurie Isley and Kathy Maurer, both representing the Michigan Soybean Promotion Committee, and Brian Mckenzie, President of the Michigan Soybean Association, presented a video and provided a presentation on the Michigan Soybean industry and the overarching goals of both the Michigan Soybean Promotion Committee and the Michigan Soybean Association. Questions and discussion followed. John Boothroyd, Manager of Government Relations for the Michigan Sugar Company, provided a presentation on the Michigan Sugar Company and the Sugar Beet industry in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:14 PM. Representative Julie Alexander, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation by Consumers Energy. Patti Poppe, representing Consumers Energy, gave a presentation to the committee. Brandon Hofmeister, representing Consumers Energy, came forward to continue the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:22 AM. Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair Melissa Weipert Committee Clerk mweipert@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 13, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee presentation by Aging and Adult Services Agency. Richard Kline, Senior Deputy Director of Aging and Adult Services Agency, introduced Scott Wamsley, Deputy Director of Aging and Adult Services Agency, who gave a PowerPoint overview on the agencies. Questions followed. Copies of the PowerPoint and handout are attached. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by the Area Agencies on Aging. Laura Sutter, Director of St. Joseph Branch of Area Agencies on Aging, Lacey Charbonneau, Advocacy Coordinator of the Western Michigan, and Katie Wendel, Senior Manager of Advocacy of Area Agencies on Aging 1-B, gave a group PowerPoint overview of their program. Copies of the PowerPoint and handout are attached. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Liberati moved to adjourn the committee. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:22 a.m. Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 0026 before the committee: HR 0026 (Rep. Griffin) A resolution to urge the Governor to submit an executive order to reorganize the executive branch towards improving environmental protections, access to safe and clean drinking water, and the health and safety of Michigan's citizens, in a manner consistent with the intent of the Legislature. Representative Griffin testified in support of her resolution. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Rabhi offered the following amendments to HR 0026: 1. Amend the title, line 3, after "citizens" by striking out ", in a manner consistent with the intent of the Legislature". 2. Amend the 1st Resolving clause, line 4, after "citizens" by striking out "in a manner consistent with the intent of the Legislature" and inserting "to work together with the Legislature to examine how best to alter the environmental permitting and rulemaking process to better protect the environment, ensure clean drinking water, and to increase public participation and input".


evidence_text: Representative Rabhi moved to adopt the amendments to HR 0026. The motion did not prevail 2-3-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Greig, Rabhi. Nays: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly. Pass: None. Representative Rabhi offered the following amendments to HR 0026: 1. Amend the 1st Resolving clause, line 4, after "citizens" by striking out "in a manner consistent with the intent of the Legislature" and inserting "and to create the Clean Water Public Advocate".


evidence_text: Representative Rabhi moved to adopt the amendments to HR 0026. The motion did not prevail 2-3-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Greig, Rabhi. Nays: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly. Pass: None. Sarah Howes, representing the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality, submitted a card in support of the resolution, but did not wish to speak.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out House Resolution No. 26 with the recommendation that the resolution be adopted. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Greig, Rabhi. At 09:17 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 09:30 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HR 0025 before the committee: HR 0025 (Rep. Cole) A resolution to request an opinion of the Supreme Court of the state of Michigan pursuant to Article III, Section 8 of the Constitution of the State of Michigan of 1963. Representative Cole testified in support of his resolution. Questions and discussion followed. Hassan Beydoun, the Republican Legal Counsel, answered further questions. Representative Rabhi offered the following amendments to HR 0025: 1. Amend the resolution, following the 8th Whereas clause by inserting: "Whereas, Attorney General Frank Kelley opined in 1964 that "the legislature enacting an initiative petition proposal cannot amend the law so enacted at the same legislative session without violation of the spirit and letter of Article II, Sec. 9 of the Michigan Constitution of 1963." OAG, 1964, No. 4,303, p 311 (March 6, 1964); and". Question and discussion was held between the committee.


evidence_text: Representative Rabhi moved to adopt the amendments to HR 0025. The motion did not prevail 2-3-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Greig, Rabhi. Nays: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly. Pass: None. Representative Rabhi offered the following amendments to HR 0025: 1. Amend the resolution, following the 8th Whereas clause by inserting: "Whereas, The enactment of Public Act 368 of 2018 and Public Act 369 of 2018 was the first and only time since the adoption of the Constitution of the State of Michigan of 1963 that the Legislature amended laws initiated by the people in the same legislative session in which they were enacted; and". Question and discussion was held between the committee.


evidence_text: Representative Rabhi moved to adopt the amendments to HR 0025. The motion did not prevail 2-3-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Greig, Rabhi. Nays: Reps. Sheppard, Cole, Lilly. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of the resolution, but did not wish to speak: Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Micah Babcock, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association. Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Charles Owens, representing the National Federation of Independent Business of Michigan. Connor Spalding, representing the Michigan Restaurants and Lodging Association. Delaney McKinley, representing the Michigan Manufactures Association.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out House Resolution No. 25 with the recommendation that the resolution be adopted. 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, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 09:43 AM. Representative Jason Sheppard, Chair Angela Lake Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Marino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 13, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4119 before the committee: HB 4119 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1947 PA 359, entitled "The charter township act," by amending section 13a (MCL 42.13a), as amended by 2012 PA 191. Questions and discussion were held between the members


evidence_text: Representative Marino moved to refer House Bill No. 4119 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4055 before the committee: HB 4055 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1967 PA 288, entitled "Land division act, "by amending section 109 (MCL 560.109), as amended by 2017 PA 196. Representative Slagh and Amanda Price, the Ottawa County Treasurer and representing the Michigan Association of County Treasurers, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak: Brad Ward, representing the Michigan Realtors Association. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Stewart Sanders and Brandon Denby, representing the Michigan Association of Register of Deeds, submitted a card with a neutral position on the bill, but did not wish to speak. The Chair laid HB 4124 before the committee: HB 4124 (Rep. Cole) A bill to amend 1953 PA 181, entitled "An act relative to investigations in certain instances of the causes of death within this state due to violence, negligence or other act or omission of a criminal nature or to protect public health; to provide for the taking of statements from injured persons under certain circumstances; to abolish the office of coroner and to create the office of county medical examiner in certain counties; to prescribe the powers and duties of county medical examiners; to prescribe penalties for violations of the provisions of this act; and to prescribe a referendum thereon, "by amending section 5 (MCL 52.205), as amended by 2010 PA 108. Representative Cole and Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Sandra McCormick, representing the Michigan Funeral Directors Association, submitted a card in opposition to the bill, but did not wish to speak. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:25 PM. Representative James Lower, Chair Angela Lake Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 14, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4077 before the committee: HB 4077 (Rep. Neeley) A bill to amend 2005 PA 210, entitled"Commercial rehabilitation act,"by amending sections 6 and 8 (MCL 207.846 and 207.848), section 8 as amended by 2011 PA 82. Representative Sheldon A. Neeley, the bill sponsor, explained the bill, and introduced Phil Hagerman, Ferris Wheel Building Owner, and Heather Kale, General Manager for Ferris Wheel. Mr. Hagerman testified in support of the bill. Questions followed. Tim Greimel, Legislative director for the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees-Council, 25 testified in support of the bill. The Chair laid HB 4048 and HB 4049 before the committee: HB 4048 (Rep. Inman) A bill to amend 1982 PA 162, entitled"Nonprofit corporation act,"by amending section 123 (MCL 450.2123), as amended by 2014 PA 557. HB 4049 (Rep. Inman) A bill to amend 1897 PA 230, entitled"An act to provide for the formation of corporations for the purpose of owning, maintaining and improving lands and other property kept for the purposes of summer resorts or for ornament, recreation or amusement, and to repeal all laws or parts of laws in conflict herewith; and to impose certain duties on the department of commerce,"(MCL 455.1 to 455.24) by adding section 19. Trey Hines, Legislative Director for Representative Inman, the bill sponsor, explained the bill, and introduced Anne Treadway, Vice-President of the Neahtawanta Summer Resort Association, and Fredrick M. Baker, Jr., Legal Counsel for the association, who testified in support of the bills. Copy of Mr. Baker's testimony is attached. Tabitha Zimmy of Karoub Associates, representing the Community Association Institute, submitted a testimony card in support of the bill package, but did not wish to testify. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Meerman moved to adjourn the committee meeting. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:03 a.m. Representative Steve Marino, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 14, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Vice-Chair Frederick assumed the gavel at 10:34 a.m. Chairman Vaupel gave a presentation on the Mental Health Task Force. Questions and discussion followed. At 10:55 AM, the Vice-Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:57 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4057 before the committee: HB 4057 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"by amending section 221 (MCL 436.1221), as amended by 2018 PA 346. Representative Marino, along with Barry Szczesny, from Representative Marino’s office, testified in support of the bill. Tim Greimel, representing the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees - Council 25, testified in support of the bill. The following individuals submitted a card in support of the bill: Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Countries. Mike Tobias, representing the Michigan Alcohol Policy. Alan Bolter, representing Community Mental Health Association of Michigan. Kristie Schmiege, representing the Michigan Certification Board for Addiction Professionals. Bethany Wicksall, representing the Michigan State Budget Office, submitted a card in opposition to the bill, but did not wish to speak. The Chair laid HB 4051 before the committee: HB 4051 (Rep. Whiteford) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code,"(MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106) by adding section 165. Representative Whiteford testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Jeff Wieferich, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, as well as the Bureau of Community Based Services, testified with a neutral position on the bill. Questions and discussion followed. The following individuals submitted a card in support of the bill: Tim Greimel, representing the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees - Council 25. Stacy Sills, representing the Ottawa Area Intermediate School District. Emily Schwarzkopf, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Alan Bolter, representing the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan. David Neuman, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:24 AM. Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair Sondra Gordon Committee Clerk sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wittenberg moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 14, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4044 before the committee: HB 4044 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956,"by amending sections 1205 and 1239 (MCL 500.1205 and 500.1239), section 1205 as amended by 2008 PA 422 and section 1239 as amended by 2008 PA 423. Representative Hoitenga, joined by Greg Winkelmann, representing himself, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Karin Gyger, Manager of Insurance Policy and Research, and Michelle Riddering, Director of the Office of Insurance Licensing and Market Conduct, both representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Service, testified with no position on the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Marcia Hune, representing the Life Insurance Association of Michigan, submitted a card opposing the bill, but did not wish to speak. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on the bill, but did not wish to speak: Matt Solak, representing the National Association of Insurance and Financial Advisors of Michigan. Ryan Burtka, representing the Michigan Association of Health Underwriters. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 09:27 AM. Representative Daire Rendon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from February 14, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:59 p.


evidence_text: Representative Crawford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19th, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4162 before the committee: HB 4162 (Rep. Reilly) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1279g (MCL 380.1279g), as amended by 2016 PA 170, and by adding section 1279i. Kathy Berry, representing herself, spoke in support of the bill. Chris Glass, representing Michigan Talent Triangle, spoke in support of the bill. David Zualke, representing Middle Cities Education Association, submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak. Bill Zaagman, representing ACT, submitted a card in opposition to the bill, but did not wish to speak.


evidence_text: Representative Reilly moved to refer House Bill No. 4162 to the committee on Ways and Means with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hornberger, Paquette, Crawford, Vaupel, Reilly, Markkanen, O'Malley, Wakeman, Camilleri, Sowerby, B. Carter, T. Carter, Koleszar. Nays: Reps. Hall, Stone. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 09:21 AM. Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative LaGrand moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Rep. Yancey was excused from the meeting. The Chair laid HB 4161 and SB 87 before the committee: HB 4161 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961,"by amending section 8160 (MCL 600.8160), as amended by 2012 PA 21. SB 87 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961,"by amending section 8160 (MCL 600.8160), as amended by 2012 PA 21. Representative LaFave and Senator McBroom testified together in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak: Tom Clement, representing the State Court Administrative Office. Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Chairman Filler laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. Angela Povilaitis and Debi Cain, both representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board, gave a presentation to the committee. The Chair laid HB 4001, HB 4002 and SB 2 before the committee: HB 4001 (Rep. Wentworth) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7521 (MCL 333.7521), as amended by 2015 PA 154, and by adding section 7521a. HB 4002 (Rep. LaGrand) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7523 (MCL 333.7523), as amended by 2016 PA 418, and by adding section 7523a. SB 2 (Sen. Lucido) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7523 (MCL 333.7523), as amended by 2016 PA 418, and by adding section 7521a. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on the bills, but did not wish to speak: The Michigan State Police. Blaine Koops, representing the Michigan Sheriffs Association. Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4001. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report out House Bill No. 4001 with the recommendation that the bill pass as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4002. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative LaFave offered the following amendment to HB 4002: 1. Amend page 2, line 8, after "published" by striking out the balance of the line through "or" on line 9. Representative LaFave withdrew the amendment to the bill. Representative LaFave offered the following amendment to HB 4002: 1. Amend page 2, line 9, after “website” by striking out “or” and inserting “and”.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4002. The motion prevailed 9-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand. Nays: Reps. Guerra, Elder, Bolden. Pass: None. Representative LaGrand offered the following amendment to HB 4002: 1. Amend page 6, line 4, after "knowledge" by striking out "or reasonably should have known".


evidence_text: Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4002. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. At 9:34 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:37 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Berman offered the following amendment to HB 4002: 1. Amend page 1, line 8, after “seized” by striking out “or,” and inserting “and,”.


evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4002. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Rep. Farrington moved to report House Bill No. 4002 as amended, as substitute (H-3). The motion prevailed, the vote being 12-0-0. FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Howell moved to report out Senate Bill No. 2 with the recommendation that the bill pass. The motion prevailed 9-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Wozniak, LaGrand, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Berman, Guerra, Elder. Chairman Filler laid before the committee a presentation by the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. DJ Hilson and Bill Vaillencourt, both representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, gave a presentation to the committee. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:56 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Weipert Committee Clerk mweipert@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Rendon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from the February 19th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair invited Director Dan Eichinger, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:52 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy K Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4112 before the committee: HB 4112 (Rep. Vaupel) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"(MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303) by adding section 905a. Representative Liberati offered the following amendments to HB 4112: 1. Amend page 1, line 8, by striking out "Develop and furnish the sign." and inserting "including the message required under this subsection in the sign furnished by the commission under section 701."


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4112. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Kerry Krone, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, submitted a card with no position on the bill, but did not wish to speak.


evidence_text: Representative Crawford moved to refer House Bill No. 4112 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation, as amended. The motion prevailed 13-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Filler, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: Reps. Hoitenga, Hall. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4066 and HB 4067 before the committee: HB 4066 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1941 PA 207, entitled "Fire prevention code,"(MCL 29.1 to 29.33) by adding section 3d. HB 4067 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled "Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act,"(MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 4h.


evidence_text: Representative Crawford moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4066. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Chirkun moved to refer House Bill No. 4066 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Crawford moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4067. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to refer House Bill No. 4067 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following individuals submitted a card in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak: Jack Schick, representing the National Time and Signal Corporation. Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee and Monroe County School Districts. Derek Sova, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. The Chair laid HB 4164 before the committee: HB 4164 (Rep. Albert) A bill to amend 1915 PA 31, entitled"Youth tobacco act,"by amending the title and sections 1, 2, and 4 (MCL 722.641, 722.642, and 722.644), as amended by 2006 PA 236, and by adding sections 2b and 2c. Representative Albert testified in support of the bill. Question and discussion followed. Ethan Ebenstein, and Ted Payton, both representing Ionia School District, testified in support of the bill. Question and discussion followed. DJ Hilson, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Ken Fletcher, representing the American Lung Association, Andrew Schepers, representing the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, and Dave Hodgkins, representing the American Heart Association, all testified in opposition to the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Matthew Kirkpatrick, representing TL Labs Inc, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. David Height, and John Waley, both representing A Clean Cigarette, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Stephen Knight, representing Vapejoose, Inc., testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Robert Schirmer, representing himself, testified in opposition to the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Alexa Kramer, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber of Commerce, submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak. The following individuals submitted a card in opposition to the bills, but did not wish to speak: Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. Christin Nohner, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Alice Betz, representing the American College of Cardiology. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:59 AM. Representative Michael Webber, Chair Sondra Gordon Committee Clerk sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Bellino moved to refer House Bill No. 4060 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. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:28 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt the appointed meeting dates, times and locations of the regularly scheduled meetings: Tuesday, 10:30 a.m., room 352 of the Capitol Building. Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., room 519 of the House Office Building. Thursday, 10:30 a.m., room 352 of the Capitol Building. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: Yeas: Representatives Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, and Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair gave a brief introduction to the committee. The Chair laid HB 4061 before the committee: HB 4061 (Rep. Yaroch) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act,"(MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 21a.


evidence_text: Representative Kahle moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4061. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Representatives Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, and Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wentworth moved to report out House Bill No. 4061 with the recommendation that the bill pass as substituted. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Representatives Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, and Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4101 before the committee: HB 4101 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 2018 PA 57, entitled "Recodified tax increment financing act,"by amending section 204 (MCL 125.4204).


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out House Bill No. 4101 with the recommendation that the bill pass. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Representatives Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, and Hertel. Nays:None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4119 before the committee: HB 4119 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1947 PA 359, entitled "The charter township act,"by amending section 13a (MCL 42.13a), as amended by 2012 PA 191.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to report out House Bill No. 4119 with the recommendation that the bill pass. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Representatives Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, and Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:40 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:55 p.


evidence_text: Representative Miller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6th, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. At 9:01 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:15 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4244 before the committee: HB 4244 (Rep. Green) A bill to make, supplement, and adjust appropriations for certain capital outlay projects for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2019; to provide for expenditure of the appropriations; and to prescribe certain conditions for the appropriations.


evidence_text: Representative Green moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4244. The motion prevailed 28-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Inman, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Green introduced the bill. Austin Scott, representing the House Fiscal Agency, testified on HB 4244. Questions and discussion followed. Sharon Seifert and Dan Lord, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified on HB 4244. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Green moved to report out House Bill No. 4244 with the recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Inman, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:36 AM. Representative Shane Hernandez, Chair Matthew Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Chirkun moved to adopt the meeting minutes from the February 13th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair invited Tupac Hunter and Matt Nixon, representing Verizon, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair invited Bob Stewart, representing Frontier Communications, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:31 PM. Representative Michele Hoitenga, Chair Amy K Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation by ITC Holdings. Simon Whitelocke and Robert O’Meara, both representing ITC Holdings, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:51 AM. Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair Melissa Weipert Committee Clerk mweipert@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Hoitenga moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee presentation by AARP-Real Possibilities Michigan. Paula D. Cunningham, State Director for AARP Michigan, introduced Melissa Seifert, MPA for AARP Michigan. Ms. Cunningham and Ms. Seibert briefed the members about their organization. Questions followed. Copies of their handouts are attached. Lisa Dedden Cooper, Manager of Advocacy for AARP Michigan, addressed a member’s question. The Chair open a discussion on Senior Centers in Michigan. Copies of her handouts are attached. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Carter moved to adjourn the committee meeting. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:58 a.m. Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6,2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair invited Patty Corkery and Kieran Marion, representing the Michigan Credit Union League, to give a presentation on its industry, overview and 2019 outlook. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:22 PM. Representative Diana Farrington, Chair Sondra Gordon Committee Clerk sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Marino moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4055 before the committee: HB 4055 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1967 PA 288, entitled "Land division act," by amending section 109 (MCL 560.109), as amended by 2017 PA 196.


evidence_text: Representative Marino moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4055. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None. Brian Westrin, representing the Michigan Realtors Association, submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak.


evidence_text: Representative Crawford moved to refer House Bill No. 4055 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Marino, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Meerman, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:06 PM. Representative James Lower, Chair Angela Lake Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lower moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 13th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Jeff Guilfoyle, Deputy Treasurer, and Steve Bieda, presented to the committee regarding the Michigan Department of Treasury. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4006 before the committee: HB 4006 (Rep. Bellino) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled"Income tax act of 1967,"by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2018 PA 589. Representative Bellino spoke in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Melissa Seifert, representing the Association of American Retired People, submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy, submitted a card in opposition to the bill, but did not wish to speak. Representative Yancey moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Rep. Robinson was excused from the meeting. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:21 AM. Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 21, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4048 and HB 4049 before the committee: HB 4048 (Rep. Inman) A bill to amend 1982 PA 162, entitled "Nonprofit corporation act," by amending section 123 (MCL 450.2123), as amended by 2014 PA 557. HB 4049 (Rep. Inman) A bill to amend 1897 PA 230, entitled "An act to provide for the formation of corporations for the purpose of owning, maintaining and improving lands and other property kept for the purposes of summer resorts or for ornament, recreation or amusement, and to repeal all laws or parts of laws in conflict herewith; and to impose certain duties on the department of commerce,"(MCL 455.1 to 455.24) by adding section 19. Tabitha Zimmy of Karoub Associates, representing the Community Association Institute, submitted a testimony card in support of the bill package, but did not wish to testify.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to refer House Bill 4048 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to refer House Bill 4049 to the Committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4077 before the committee: HB 4077 (Rep. Neeley) A bill to amend 2005 PA 210, entitled "Commercial rehabilitation act," by amending sections 6 and 8 (MCL 207.846 and 207.848), section 8 as amended by 2011 PA 82. Representative Cambensy explained her substitute (H-2) for House Bill 4077. Questions followed.


evidence_text: Representative Cambensy moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to House Bill 4077. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Paul Connors, Legislative Liaison for the Michigan Department of Treasury, submitted a testimony card in support of the substitute, but did not speak.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to refer House Bill 4077 to the Committee on Ways and Means with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Meerman, Schroeder, Wakeman, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Reilly moved that the committee adjourn. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:05 a.m. Representative Steve Marino, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 21, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4057 before the committee: HB 4057 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"by amending section 221 (MCL 436.1221), as amended by 2018 PA 346. Annette Downey, representing the Oakland Community Health Network, submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak.


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to refer House Bill No. 4057 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 18-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Whiteford. The Chair invited Peter Fotos, representing the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America to give a presentation on the cost, in context, of prescription medicines. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair invited Greg Hoke, and Stephen Rapundalo, representing the Michigan Biotechnology Innovation Organization, to give a presentation on the overview of their company. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair called Peter Fotos, representing the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America, to answer additional questions. The Chair laid HB 4156 before the committee: HB 4156 (Rep. Vaupel) A bill to amend 1943 PA 240, entitled "State employees' retirement act, "by amending section 68c (MCL 38.68c), as amended by 2018 PA 357. Vice – Chair Frederick assumed the gavel at 11:31 a.m. Chairman Vaupel testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair assumed the chair 11:35 a.m. Dr. George Mellos, representing the Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Administration, testified with a neutral position to the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Tim Greimel, representing the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees – Council 25, testified in opposition to the bill. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4156, but did not wish to speak: Kristen Kraft, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. Jane Sherzer, representing the Michigan Psychiatric Society. The following people submitted a card in opposition of HB 4156, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Glidden, representing the Michigan American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations. Maria Enriquez, representing the United Auto Workers 6000. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:47 AM. Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair Sondra Gordon Committee Clerk sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lower moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4006 before the committee: HB 4006 (Rep. Bellino) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967,"by amending section 30 (MCL 206.30), as amended by 2018 PA 589. Charles Owens, representing the National Federation of Independent Business, spoke to the committee with a neutral position. Questions and discussion followed. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards, spoke in opposition of the bill. Steve Bieda, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, spoke in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. The following submitted cards in opposition of the bill, but did not wish to speak: Kathleen Merry, representing the Wayne County Regional Educational Service Agencies. Patti Tremblay, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators. Representative Lasinski offered the following amendment to HB 4006: 1. Amend page 19, following line 19, by inserting: "Enacting section 1. It is the intent of the legislature to annually appropriate sufficient funds from the state general fund to the state school aid fund created in section 11 of article IX of the state constitution of 1963 to fully compensate for any loss of revenue to the state school aid fund resulting from the enactment of this amendatory act.".


evidence_text: Representative Lasinski moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4006. The motion did not prevail 7-7-1. UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett. Nays: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Johnson, Hall. Pass: Rep. O'Malley.


evidence_text: Representative Yancey moved to refer House Bill No. 4006 to the committee on Appropriations, and spoke to her motion. At 09:28 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 09:29 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The motion did not prevail 6-9-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett. Nays: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Johnson, Hall, O'Malley, Schroeder. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lower moved to refer House Bill No. 4006 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 14-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Johnson, Hall, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Whitsett. Nays: Rep. Robinson. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:31 AM. Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from 02/26/2019 10:30 AM. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4112 before the committee: HB 4112 (Rep. Vaupel) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled"Michigan liquor control code of 1998,"(MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303) by adding section 905a. Representative Webber testified in support of HB 4112. Questions and discussion followed. Cindy Denby, Representative Vaupel's Office, testified in support of HB 4112. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4112, but did not wish to speak: Amy Zaagman, Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health Jared Burkhart, Michigan Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at 10:41 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: April 29, 2019


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from February 21, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:41 p.


evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26th, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4206 before the committee: HB 4206 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled"The state school aid act of 1979,"by amending section 101 (MCL 388.1701), as amended by 2018 PA 586. Representative Frederick along with Brian Ziloski and Jessica Beagle, representing the Michigan Department of Education; and Scott David Schutte, representing Shiawassee Regional Educational School District, spoke in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators, spoke in support of the bill. Alicia Urbain, representing the Michigan Association of Public School Academies, spoke in support of the bill. Scott Darragh, representing St. Johns Public School Board, spoke in opposition of the bill as written. Beth DeShone, representing Great Lakes Education Project, submitted a card with a neutral position on the bill along with written testimony, but did not wish to speak. The following submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak: Patti Tremblay, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate Schools. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Matt Sowash, representing the Michigan Association of Convention and Visitor Bureaus. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Rusty Merchant, representing Grand Rapids Public Schools. Matt Kurta, representing Educational Service Agency Group. Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Representative Crawford moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Rep. Wakeman was excused from the meeting. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:21 AM. Representative Pamela Hornberger, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from Februar20, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. At 9:01 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:05 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4007, HB 4008, HB 4009, HB 4010, HB 4011, HB 4012, HB 4013, HB 4014 HB 4015, HB 4016 before the committee: HB 4007 (Rep. Rendon) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act," by amending section 13 (MCL 15.243), as amended by 2018 PA 68. HB 4008 (Rep. Guerra) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act," by amending sections 1 and 2 (MCL 15.231 and 15.232), section 1 as amended by 1997 PA 6 and section 2 as amended by 2018 PA 68, and by designating part 1. HB 4009 (Rep. Lasinski) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act,"(MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding sections 59e and 59f. HB 4010 (Rep. Glenn) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act,"(MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding sections 59a and 59b. HB 4011 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act,"(MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding part 2. HB 4012 (Rep. Hauck) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act,"(MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding sections 56, 57, 58, and 59. HB 4013 (Rep. Allor) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act,"(MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding section 54. HB 4014 (Rep. Schroeder) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act,"(MCL 15.231 to 15.246) by adding section 55. HB 4015 (Rep. Filler) Civil rights: other; Civil rights: open meetings; Legislature: other; HB 4016 (Rep. Camilleri) Legislature: legislative agencies; Civil rights: other; Civil rights: public records; Legislature: other; The Chair gave opening remarks pertaining to the package of bills. Representative Rendon and Representative Guerra presented the package of bills to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Senator McBroom and Senator Moss both testified in support of the bills. Questions and discussion. Lisa McGraw, representing the Michigan Press Association, testified in support of the bills. Lonnie Scott, representing Progress Michigan, testified in opposition to the bills. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak: Mike Reitz, representing the Michigan Council on Open Government. Tony Daunt, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund. Merissa Kovach, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. David Guenthner, representing the Mackinaw Center. Tim Minotas, representing the Michigan Sierra Club. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:01 AM. Representative Jason Sheppard, Chair Angela Lake Committee Clerk alake@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 3 before the committee: SB 3 (Sen. Lucido) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961,"by amending section 5744 (MCL 600.5744), as amended by 2004 PA 105. Senator Lucido testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Jeff Kirkpatrick, representing the Michigan Court Officers, Deputy Sheriffs Association, testified in support of the bill. The Chair laid HB 4129, HB 4130, HB 4131 and HB 4132 before the committee: HB 4129 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled "Corrections code of 1953,"by amending section 35 (MCL 791.235), as amended by 2018 PA 339. HB 4130 (Rep. Carter) A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled "Corrections code of 1953,"by amending sections 33 and 34 (MCL 791.233 and 791.234), section 33 as amended by 2017 PA 14 and section 34 as amended by 2017 PA 265. HB 4131 (Rep. Griffin) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code,"(MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 197d. HB 4132 (Rep. Bolden) A bill to amend 1953 PA 232, entitled "Corrections code of 1953,"by amending sections 33b and 65 (MCL 791.233b and 791.265), section 33b as amended by 2010 PA 94 and section 65 as amended by 2012 PA 599. Representative LaFave testified in support of the proposed substitutes to the bill package. Kyle Kaminski, representing the Michigan Department of Corrections, testified in support of the proposed substitutes to the bills. Questions and discussion followed. Aaron Minnifield, representing CorrectLife, testified in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed. DJ Hilson, Muskegon County Prosecutor, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, testified with a neutral position on the proposed substitutes to the bills. Questions and discussion followed. Dan Wojciak, representing the Michigan Elder Justice Initiative, the Michigan Long Term Care Ombudsman Program, and the Michigan Health Link Ombudsman, testified in opposition to the bills. Questions and discussion followed. Kyle Kaminski, representing the Michigan Department of Corrections, joined Mr. Wojciak to address further questions. Discussion followed. Kimberly Buddin, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan, submitted a card and written testimony in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak. John Cooper, representing Safe and Just Michigan, submitted a card and written testimony in support of HB 4129, HB 4130 and HB 4132, but did not wish to speak. Natalie Holbrook, representing the American Friends Service Committee’s Michigan Criminal Justice Program, submitted written testimony in support of HB 4129 with reservation. Richie Farran, representing the Health Care Association of Michigan, submitted a card and written testimony in opposition to the bills, but did not wish to speak. The Chair laid HB 4161 and SB 0087 before the committee: HB 4161 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961,"by amending section 8160 (MCL 600.8160), as amended by 2012 PA 21. SB 87 (Sen. McBroom) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961,"by amending section 8160 (MCL 600.8160), as amended by 2012 PA 21. Kendra Everett, representing Senator McBroom, submitted a card in support of SB 87, but did not wish to speak. Tom Clement, representing the State Court Administrative Office, submitted a card in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report out House Bill No. 4161 with the recommendation that the bill pass. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report out Senate Bill No. 87 with the recommendation that the bill pass. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, S. Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:14 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Weipert Committee Clerk mweipert@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19th. 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Jones moved to excuse Representative Chirkun from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HCR 0003 before the committee: HCR 0003 (Rep. LaFave) A concurrent resolution to call on the Michigan Veterans' Facility Authority to ensure plans for the new state veterans homes include designated smoking areas. At 12:01 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:02 PM, the Majority Vice Chair Mike Mueller called the committee back to order. Chairman LaFave testified in support of his Concurrent Resolution. Questions and discussion followed. At 12:10 PM, the Majority Vice Chair Mike Mueller laid the committee at ease. At 12:11 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Mark Sutton, representing the American Legion Department of Michigan, testified in support of HCR 0003. The Chair laid HR 0028 before the committee: HR 0028 (Rep. Rendon) A resolution to opposing the lawsuit filed by Michigan's Attorney General challenging the President's emergency declaration to build a wall on the southern border of the United States. Representative Rendon testified in support of the resolution. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition of HR 0028, but did not wish to speak: Laura Sager, Michigan Immigrant Rights Center Laura Sager, representing Justice Strategies


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to report out House Resolution No. 28 with the recommendation that the resolution be adopted. The motion prevailed 5-2-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. LaFave, Mueller, Marino, Afendoulis, Markkanen. Nays: Reps. Carter, Manoogian. Pass: Rep. Jones. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:25 PM. Representative Beau LaFave, Chair Matthew Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to adopt the minutes from the February 26th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair invited Rich Bowman, Director of Government Relations, representing The Nature Conservancy, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair invited Nikki Ghorpade, Public Policy Intern, representing Duck’s Unlimited, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Sowerby moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Rep. Wakeman were excused from the meeting. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:36 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy K Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair invited Rick Kalm, and Dave Murley, from the Michigan Gaming Control Board, to give a presentation on the agency’s overview. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Liberati moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Rep. Chirkun were excused from the meeting. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:12 AM. Representative Michael Webber, Chair Sondra Gordon Committee Clerk sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Leutheuser moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4112. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Rep. Warren moved to report House Bill No. 4112 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0. FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None. Kerry Krone, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission, submitted a no position testimony card to HB 4112, and did not wish to speak. The Chair laid HB 4066 and HB 4067 before the committee: HB 4066 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1941 PA 207, entitled "Fire prevention code,"(MCL 29.1 to 29.33) by adding section 3d. HB 4067 (Rep. Calley) A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled "Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act,"(MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 4h.


evidence_text: Representative Hertel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4066. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wentworth moved to report out House Bill No. 4066 with the recommendation that the bill pass as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wentworth moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4067. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Kahle moved to report out House Bill No. 4067 with the recommendation that the bill pass as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Wentworth, Warren, Byrd, Neeley, Hertel. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a testimony card in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak: Patti Tremblay, representing the Michigan Association of Intermediate School Administrators. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:39 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:29 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:45 p.


evidence_text: Representative Inman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Whiteford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4286 before the committee: HB 4286 (Rep. Johnson) A bill to amend 2016 PA 343, entitled "Wrongful imprisonment compensation act," by amending the title and section 6 (MCL 691.1756). Representative Johnson, Wolf Mueller and David Moran, both representing the Michigan Innocence Clinic, and Richard Phillips, an exoneree, testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4286 before the committee: HB 4286 (Rep. Johnson) A bill to amend 2016 PA 343, entitled "Wrongful imprisonment compensation act," by amending the title and section 6 (MCL 691.1756). Representative Hoadley offered the following amendment to HB 4286: 1. Amend page 3, following line 14, by inserting: "(C) THE NUMBER OF ACTIONS IN WHICH AN ORDER OR JUDGMENT HAS BEEN ENTERED DENYING THE CLAIM, AND THE REASONS FOR EACH DENIAL." and relettering the remaining subdivisions. Representative Hoadley explained his amendment


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4286. The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Inman, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Rep. Green moved to report House Bill No. 4286 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 29-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hernandez, Miller, Inman, Albert, Allor, Brann, VanSingel, Whiteford, Yaroch, Bollin, Glenn, Green, Huizenga, Lightner, Maddock, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Hoadley, Love, Pagan, Hammoud, Peterson, Sabo, Anthony, Brixie, Cherry, Hood, Kennedy, Tate. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:32 AM. Representative Shane Hernandez, Chair Matthew Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. in room 327 House Office Building as the normal day, time, and location for meetings of the House Elections and Ethics Committee. The motion prevailed 6-0-0: Yeas: Reps. Calley, Sheppard, Hornberger, Marino, Paquette, Guerra, Hope. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Calley stated that the committee would follow the committee rules, as prescribed in Chapter IV of the House Rules The Chair invited Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, representing the Secretary of State’s Office, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:09 AM. Representative Julie Calley, Chair Amy K Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Shannon moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Representative Lower moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Rep. Schroeder were excused from the meeting. Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council and Institute for Energy Innovation. Laura Sherman and Cory Connolly, both representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council and Institute for Energy Innovation, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chairman Bellino laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Environmental Council. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:11 AM. Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair Melissa Weipert Committee Clerk mweipert@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from 02/27/2019 09:00 AM. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation on Child Care Licensing. Mark C. Jansen, Director of the Child Care Licensing Division in the Bureau of Community and Health Systems in the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs, introducedKatrice Sweet, M.A., Area Manager in the Child Care Licensing Division. Director Jansen provided an overview of his division. Questions followed. Ms. Sweet addressed a member’s question. A copy of the department’s PowerPoint is attached. The Chair laid before the committee presentation by the Michigan Department of Education on Child Care Programs. Lisa Brewer Walraven, Director of Child Development and Care in the Office of Great Start in theMichigan Department of Education, introduced Scott M. Koenigsknecht, Deputy Superintendent of P-20 System and Student Transitions in the Superintendent’s Office of the Michigan Department of Education, who updated the committee on the department’s childcare programs. Ms. Brewer-Walraven provided an overview of child and development and care funding. A copy of her PowerPoint presentation is attached. Questions followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:15 AM. Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4102, HB 4103, HB 4104, HB 4105, HB 4106 and HB 4107 before the committee: HB 4102 (Rep. Marino) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 49 (MCL 750.49), as amended by 2018 PA 461. HB 4103 (Rep. Guerra) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 157m (MCL 750.157m), as amended by 1988 PA 335. HB 4104 (Rep. LaFave) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 159g (MCL 750.159g), as amended by 2014 PA 300. HB 4105 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 174 (MCL 750.174), as amended by 2006 PA 573. HB 4106 (Rep. Wittenberg) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 248 (MCL 750.248), as amended by 2011 PA 206. HB 4107 (Rep. Farrington) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 411j (MCL 750.411j), as amended by 2009 PA 82. Representative Berman, Representative Wittenberg, and Representative Guerra all testified in support of the bills. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association, submitted a card in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak. The Chair laid HB 4186 before the committee: HB 4186 (Rep. Farrington) A bill to amend 2004 PA 452, entitled "Identity theft protection act," by amending section 4 (MCL 445.64), as added by 2018 PA 649. Representative Berman testified in support of the bill. Questions and discussion followed. Rebecca Gean, representing Michigan Realtors, submitted a card in support of the bill, but did not wish to speak. Representative Wittenberg moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Reps. Schroeder, Gay-Dagnogo and Whitsett were excused from the meeting. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 12:13 PM. Representative Diana Farrington, Chair Sondra Gordon Committee Clerk sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative O'Malley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28th, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Jeff Mason and Dave Greco, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, presented to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4189, HB 4190 and HB 4191 before the committee: HB 4189 (Rep. Sheppard) A bill to amend 2007 PA 36, entitled "Michigan business tax act," by amending sections 117, 500, and 505 (MCL 208.1117, 208.1500, and 208.1505), section 117 as amended by 2011 PA 292, section 500 as amended by 2016 PA 426, and section 505 as amended by 2011 PA 305, and by adding section 402; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 4190 (Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1995 PA 24, entitled "Michigan economic growth authority act," by amending section 8 (MCL 207.808), as amended by 2009 PA 123. HB 4191 (Rep. Coleman) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967,"by amending section 680 (MCL 206.680), as amended by 2012 PA 70. Representative Sheppard, Representative Webber, and Representative Coleman spoke in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed. Shawn Merry, Irv Morse, and Greg Burkart, all representing Tenneco, spoke in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed. Wishing to speak but unable to due to time were the following: Charlotte Johnson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council, in opposition to the bills. Steve Bieda, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, in support of the bills. Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, in support of the bills. The following submitted cards in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak: Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Mike Kowall, representing Oakland County. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, submitted card in opposition to the bills, but did not wish to speak. The Chair laid HB 4203 and HB 4204 before the committee: HB 4203 (Rep. Afendoulis) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 1a (MCL 205.51a), as amended by 2017 PA 221. HB 4204 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending section 2b (MCL 205.92b), as amended by 2017 PA 220. At 11:40 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:41 AM, Vice-Chair Lower called the committee back to order. Chairwoman Afendoulis, Representative Kahle along with Tina Piotrowski, representing the Metro Health Orthopedic Associates of Michigan Surgery Center; and Dan Papineau, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed. The following submitted cards in opposition to the bills, but did not wish to speak: Andrew Richner, representing the Detroit Medical Center. Melissa Seifert, representing the American Association of Retired People. Ryan Burkta, representing the Michigan Ambulatory Surgery Association. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Steve Bieda, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury, submitted a card in opposition to the bills, but did not wish to speak. Representative Webber moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Reps. Schroeder and Whitsett were excused from the meeting. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:57 AM. Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4224 and HB 4225 before the committee: HB 4224 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7104 (MCL 333.7104), as amended by 2001 PA 233. HB 4225 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 7303a (MCL 333.7303a), as amended by 2018 PA 101. Representative Hoitenga, Representative Kahle, and Amy Francoeur, representing the Hospice of Lenawee and the Michigan Homecare and Hospice Association, testified in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed. Thadd Gormas and Ron Stavale, representing the Michigan Academy of Physician Assistants, testified in support of the bills. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid the presentation by the Alzheimer’s Association before the committee. The Chair invited Jennifer Hunter and Jennifer Lepard, representing the Alzheimer’s Association of Michigan, to give a presentation on Alzheimer’s disease. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair returned to HB 4224 and HB 4225. The following individuals submitted a card in support of the bills, but did not wish to speak: Christin Nohner, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Andrew Schepers, representing the American Cancer Society. Issac Boal, representing himself. James Boal, representing Angela Hospice and the Michigan Homecare and Hospice Association. Marti Coplai, representing Angela Hospice and the Michigan Homecare and Hospice Association. Travis Havens, representing the Hospice of Lenawee and the Michigan Homecare and Hospice Association. Jamie Fritz, representing the United Hospice Service. Sharon Heater, representing Munson Home Health and the Michigan Homecare and Hospice Association. Rene’ Wheaton, representing Faith Hospice. John Person, representing the Hospice of Lansing. Linda Chapman, representing the Heart to heart Hospice. Cindy Tomlinson, representing McLaren Hospice and Palliative Care. Jance Sego, representing the Memorial Healthcare Hospice. Elizabeth Buckley, representing Trinity Health at Home. Amy Banfield, representing Curo Health Services. Christie Herrick, representing the Henry Ford Allegiance Hospice. Barry Cargill and Sandi Jones, representing Michigan Home Care and Hospice. Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Melissa Schmidt, representing Emmanuel Hospice. Lisa Cummins, representing Harbor Hospice. The following individuals submitted a card in support of House Bill No. 4225, but did not wish to speak: John Shaski, representing Sparrow. Rebecca Mastee, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Sean Sorenson, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Autumn Gillard, representing Trinity Health. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:18 AM. Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair Sondra Gordon Committee Clerk sgordon@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Sowerby moved to adopt the minutes from the March 5th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The House Standing Committee on Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation was meeting jointly with the House Committee on Appropriations- Subcommittee on Natural Resources and Environmental Quality. The Chair invited DEQ Director Liesl Clark, MPART Executive Director Steve Sliver, and MDHHS Population Health Administration Physician Dr. Eden Wells, all representing the Michigan PFAS Action Response Team, to give a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Wakeman moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection Reps. Reilly and Cambensy were excused from the meeting. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:53 AM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy K Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 14th, 2019 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Yvonne Benn and Leah Decker, representing the Office of the Auditor General, spoke regarding the Child Protective Services Performance Audit from September 2018. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:56 AM. Representative Matt Hall, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Kahle moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2019. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, the Chair adjourned the meeting at 11:08 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Brinks to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2019. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:32 p.


evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to adopt the meeting minutes from the March 5th, 2019, meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4206 before the committee: HB 4206 (Rep. Frederick) A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979,"by amending section 101 (MCL 388.1701), as amended by 2018 PA 586.