evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4695, HB 4696, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700, HB 4701 and HB 4702 before the committee: HB 4695 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 662, 668b, and 674 (MCL 168.662, 168.668b, and 168.674), section 662 as amended by 2022 PA 219, section 668b as added by 2018 PA 614, and section 674 as amended by 2018 PA 120, and by adding sections 8, 720a, 720b, 720c, 720d, 720e, 720f, 720g, 720h, 720i, and 720j. HB 4696 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. HB 4697 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 761d (MCL 168.761d), as amended by 2022 PA 195. HB 4698 (Rep. Hope) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 2 (MCL 168.2), as amended by 2018 PA 603. HB 4699 (Rep. Byrnes) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 499, 509aa, and 811 (MCL 168.499, 168.509aa, and 168.811), section 499 as amended by 2004 PA 92, section 509aa as amended by 2012 PA 270, and section 811 as amended by 2018 PA 603, and by adding sections 6, 759e, 759f, and 759g. HB 4700 (Rep. Rheingans) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 759, 761, and 766 (MCL 168.759, 168.761, and 168.766), sections 759 and 761 as amended by 2020 PA 302 and section 766 as amended by 2018 PA 120, and by adding sections 766a and 766b; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 4701 (Rep. Morgan) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. HB 4702 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 658 and 661 (MCL 168.658 and 168.661), as amended by 2012 PA 270. At 1:37 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 1:38 PM, Majority Vice Chair Wegela called the committee back to order. Representative Tsernoglou, Aghogho Edevbie, representing the Secretary of State, Erica Peresman, representing Promote The Vote, and Mary Clark, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks, testified in support of HB 4695 and HB 4696. Questions and discussion followed. At 2:05 PM, Majority Vice Chair Wegela laid the committee at ease. At 2:06 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Koleszar, Aghogho Edevbie, representing the Secretary of State, and Erica Perseman, representing Promote The Vote, testified in support of HB 4697. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Hope, Aghogho Edevbie, representing the Secretary of State, and Erica Peresman, representing Promote The Vote, testified in support of HB 4698. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Byrnes, Aghogho Edevbie, representing the Secretary of State, and Erica Peresman, representing Promote The Vote, testified in support of HB 4699. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Rheingans, Representative Morgan, Aghogho Edevbie, representing the Secretary of State, and Erica Peresman, representing Promote The Vote, testified in support of HB 4700 and HB 4701. At 2:26 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 2:26 PM, Majority Vice Chair Wegela called the committee back to order. Representative Tsernoglou, Mary Clark, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks, and Chris Swope, City of Lansing Clerk, testified in support of HB 4702. Questions and discussion followed. At 2:42 PM, Majority Vice Chair Wegela laid the committee at ease. At 2:43 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Sheri Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections, testified with no position on HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699 and HB 4702. Erica Peresman, representing Promote The Vote, testified in support of HB 4695, HB 4696, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700, HB 4701 and HB 4702. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4695, HB 4696, HB 4698, HB 4699 and HB 4700, but did not wish to speak: Quentin Turner, representing Common Cause Michigan. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4695, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700 and HB 4702, but did not wish to speak: Ethan Petzold, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4695, HB 4696, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700, HB 4701 and HB 4702, but did not wish to speak: Marcus Cheatham. Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan State Employee Retirees Association and the American Association of University Women of Michigan. Matt Patton, representing Protect Democracy. Jodi Fisher, representing Healthy Democracy Healthy People Michigan. Camden Weber, representing NextGen America. Olivia Luckett, representing the Michigan Democratic Party. Brad Williams, representing the Detroit regional Chamber. Ricky Bicknell, representing Voters Not Politicians. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4695, HB 4696, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700 and HB 4701, but did not wish to speak: Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Merissa Kovach, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4695, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699 and HB 4700, but did not wish to speak: Joan Gustafson, representing the Michigan Nonprofit Association. Eric Welsby, representing Detroit Disability Power. Brooke Harris, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Kelsey Rogers, representing the Campaign Legal Center. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4697 and HB 4699, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Kreuz, representing Heritage Action for America. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4697, HB 4699 and HB 4700, but did not wish to speak: Barbara Smith Warner, representing the National Vote At Home Institute. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4697, HB 4699 and HB 4702, but did not wish to speak: Mike Batterbee, representing the Michigan Townships Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tsernoglou adjourned the meeting at 2:57 PM. Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


activity_role: prevailed

evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 18, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the presentation from Declaration for American Democracy before the committee. Talyce Murray, representing Declaration for American Democracy, provided a presentation on Campaign Finance and Dark Money Reform Recommendations. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to excuse Representative Wozniak from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Byrnes adjourned the meeting at 11:11 AM. Representative Erin Byrnes, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 69, SB 70, SB 71 and SB 72 before the committee: SB 69 (Sen. Theis) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding sections 16279 and 16279a. SB 70 (Sen. Johnson) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 13n of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13n), as amended by 2018 PA 583. SB 71 (Sen. Hauck) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16213, 20175, 20175a, and 20199 (MCL 333.16213, 333.20175, 333.20175a, and 333.20199), sections 16213 and 20175a as added and section 20175 as amended by 2006 PA 481, and by adding sections 16213a, 16429, 17029, 17529, 17829, 17909, and 20175b. SB 72 (Sen. McDonald Rivet) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 13n of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13n), as amended by 2018 PA 583. Senator McDonald Rivet testified in support of SB 72. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 69, SB 70, SB 71 and SB 72, but did not wish to speak: Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Jeff Hewson, representing the Michigan Family Forum. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. At 10:38 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:40 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order.


evidence_text: Representative Coffia moved to report out SB 69 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 18-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans, VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Miller moved to report out SB 70 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 18-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans, VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative VanderWall offered the following amendments to SB 71: 1. Amend page 16, following line 8, by inserting: "(14) This section does not apply to a health facility or agency that is a health maintenance organization.". 2. Amend page 18, following line 20, by inserting: "(6) This section does not apply to a health facility or agency that is a health maintenance organization.".


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the amendments to SB 71. The motion prevailed 18-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans, VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to report SB 71 as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 18-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans, VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to report out SB 72 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 18-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans, VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4616 and HB 4617 before the committee: HB 4616 (Rep. Brabec) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," (MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106) by adding section 901a. HB 4617 (Rep. Hoskins) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 100a (MCL 330.1100a), as amended by 2020 PA 402. Chair Rogers asked the Clerk to read in a letter from Representative Brabec, Chair of the Subcommittee on Behavioral Health, stating that the Subcommittee voted that HB 4616 and HB 4617 be returned to the Health Policy Committee, without amendments, and with the recommendation that the bills be reported with recommendation to the House. Representative Brabec testified in support of HB 4616 and HB 4617. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4616 and HB 4617, but did not wish to speak: Terri Tchzorynski, representing the Michigan School Counselors Association. Michele Millhouse, representing the Michigan Association of School Psychologists. Noah Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Social Workers. Dr. Halley Crissman, representing the American College of Obstetricians and Gynocologists. Melina Brann, representing the National Association of Social Workers. Erin Knott, representing Equality Michigan. Chardai Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General. Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4616 and HB 4617, but did not wish to speak: Rebecca Mastee, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Jeff Hewson, representing the Michigan Family Forum. Stephanie Kreuz, representing Heritage Action.


evidence_text: Representative Rheingans moved to report out HB 4616 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-7: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Representative VanderWall offered the following amendments to HB 4617: 1. Amend page 6, line 1, after "identity" by inserting a period. 2. Amend page 6, line 1, after "identity" by striking out the balance of the line through "gender." on line 4. 3. Amend page 6, line 5, by striking out the balance of the line through "including" on line 9.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4617. The motion did not prevail 7-11-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. Nays: Reps. Rogers, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Rheingans moved to report out HB 4617 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-7: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Rogers, Brenda Carter, Haadsma, Neeley, Glanville, Coffia, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Miller, Rheingans. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. VanderWall, Filler, Mueller, VanWoerkom, Roth, Schmaltz, Thompson. The Chair laid SB 219 before the committee: SB 219 (Sen. Santana) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 9204, 9206, 17703, 17707, 17708, 17713, 17751, and 17757 (MCL 333.9204, 333.9206, 333.17703, 333.17707, 333.17708, 333.17713, 333.17751, and 333.17757), section 9204 as amended by 2006 PA 91, section 9206 as amended by 1996 PA 540, section 17703 as amended by 2021 PA 36, section 17707 as amended by 2020 PA 142, sections 17708 and 17751 as amended by 2022 PA 80, section 17713 as added by 2020 PA 324, and section 17757 as amended by 2022 PA 13, and by adding sections 17724 and 17724a. Nicholas Cook, from Senator Santana's office, testified in support of SB 219. Questions and discussion followed. Eric Roath and Dr. Michael Klepser, both representing the Michigan Pharmacists Association, testified together in support of SB 219. Questions and discussion followed. Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association and Michael Sleiman, representing Walgreens, testified together in support of SB 219. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 219, but did not wish to speak: Andrew Martin, representing Meijer. Rachel Carl, representing Walmart. Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Kim Walz, representing Walgreens. Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Chardae Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. Amy Zaagman, representing the Michigan Council for Maternal and Child Health. Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber.


evidence_text: Representative Rheingans moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Rogers adjourned the meeting at 11:44 AM. Representative Julie M. Rogers, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623 before the committee: HB 4619 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 2027 (MCL 500.2027), as amended by 1998 PA 26. HB 4620 (Rep. Edwards) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406z. HB 4621 (Rep. Fitzgerald) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 3403 (MCL 500.3403), as amended by 2016 PA 276. HB 4622 (Rep. Miller) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406z. HB 4623 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 3501 (MCL 500.3501), as amended by 2016 PA 276, and by adding section 3406z. Representative Rogers testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Edwards testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Miller testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Fitzgerald testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Koleszar testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. Questions and discussion followed. Joseph Sullivan, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services, testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623, but did not wish to speak: Kevin McKinney, representing the Michigan Osteopathic Association. Erin Knott, representing the Equity Michigan. Dawn Kettinger, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Sean Sorenson- Abbott, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association. Michelle Roberts, representing the Disability Rights Michigan. Matt Black, representing the MIchigan Academy of Family Physicians. Sherri Boyd, representing the The Arc Michigan. Kelly Doyle, representing the The HIV/AIDS Alliance of Michigan. Patricia Barton, representing the American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Melina Brann, representing the National Association of Social Workers. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Joel Bryson, representing the Committee to Protect Health Care. Cailin Westerson, representing the United States of Care. Jake Jakubiak Kovacek. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Kreuz, representing the Heritage Action for America. Robert Davidson, representing The Committee to Protect Health Care, testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. Liz Hagan, representing the Us of Care, testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. Dr. Michael Reddinger, representing the Michigan State Medical Society, testified in support of HB 4619, HB 4620, HB 4621, HB 4622 and HB 4623. The Chair laid SB 326 before the committee: SB 326 (Sen. Singh) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending section 2 (MCL 205.92), as amended by 2023 PA 21. Senator Singh testified in support of SB 326. Questions and discussion followed. Kurt Berryman, representing the Auto Dealers of Michigan, testified in support of SB 326. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4331 before the committee: HB 4331 (Rep. Whitsett) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 2227 (MCL 500.2227), as amended by 2014 PA 509.


evidence_text: Representative Breen moved to report out HB 4331 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Brenda Carter, McFall, Coleman, Stone, Breen, Rogers, Scott, Young, Fitzgerald, Grant, Aragona, Bruck. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Harris, Markkanen, Bezotte, Neyer, Smit. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Bruck moved to adjourn, Chair Brenda Carter adjourned the meeting at 9:50 AM. Representative Brenda Carter, Chair Justin Easter Committee Clerk jeaster@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4034 before the committee: HB 4034 (Rep. Hope) A bill to regulate temporary labor service agencies, their clients, and temporary laborers; to prohibit retaliation for exercising rights granted under this act; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities; to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to provide remedies and sanctions. Representative Hope, and Chris White, representing the Restaurant Opportunity Centers of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4034. Questions and discussion followed. Monica Martinez, representing the American Staffing Association, testified in opposition to HB 4034. Aisha Wells, representing Mothering Justice, testified in support of HB 4034. Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified in opposition to HB 4034. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4034, but did not wish to speak: Tom Lenard, representing SiX Action. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Aaron Squeo, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 876. Todd Regis, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers Local 951. Ryan Sebolt, representing the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations-Michigan. Jeremy Garza, representing the Michigan Pipe Trades Association. Beth Kelly Byrd, representing the Service Employees International Union of Michigan. Maria Enriquez, representing the United Auto Workers Local 6000. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4034, but did not wish to speak: Pete Doyle, representing TrueBlue. Steve Delie, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. Vanessa Williams, representing Kelly Services. Adam Carlson, representing the Michigan Hospital Association. Jimmy Greene, representing the Michigan Minority Builders Association. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business.


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to excuse Representative Wozniak from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Haadsma adjourned the meeting at 10:05 AM. Representative Jim Haadsma, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 25, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 14 before the committee: SB 14 (Sen. McCann) A bill to amend 1969 PA 306, entitled "Administrative procedures act of 1969," by amending sections 32 and 45 (MCL 24.232 and 24.245), as amended by 2018 PA 602. Senator McCann testified in support of SB 14. Questions and discussion followed. Ethan Petzold and Logan Vorce, from the Michigan League of Conservation Voters, testified in support of SB 14. Questions and discussion followed. Sean McBreaty, from Clean Water Action, testified in support of SB 14. Caroline Liethen, from the Michigan Manufacturers Association, testified in opposition of SB 14. Questions and discussion followed. Amanda Fisher, from the National Federation of Independent Business, testified in opposition of SB 14. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 14, but did not wish to speak: Amy Trotter, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs. Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. John Fournier, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Mike Spence, representing the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments. Liz Kirkwood, representingFor Love of Water. Mack Jones, representing the Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 14, but did not wish to speak: Kevin Kendall, representing the Michigan Waste and Recycling Association. Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Katie Gordon, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Ben Tirrell, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Mike Frederick, representing the Michigan Ground Water Association. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association. Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Ryan Knight, representing the Michigan Realtors. The Chair laid HB 4596 before the committee: HB 4596 (Rep. Mentzer) A bill to prohibit the sale, offering for sale, and distribution for sale of certain disposable wipes without meeting certain label requirements; and to prohibit certain acts and provide civil sanctions. Representative Mentzer testified in support of HB 4596. Questions and discussion followed. Wes Fisher, from INDA Association of the Nonwoven Fabrics Industry, testified in support of HB 4596. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4596, but did not wish to speak: John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Mike Compagnoni, representing the Michigan Section: American Waterworks Association. Mike Compagnoni, representing the Michigan Water Environment Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4596, but did not wish to speak: Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to excuse Representative Shannon from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Pohutsky adjourned the meeting at 11:32 AM. Representative Laurie Pohutsky, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from May 23, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report SB 248 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:43 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Victory to adopt the meeting minutes from May 4, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. At 9:04 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:15 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4520 and HB 4521 before the committee: HB 4520 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 81 and 81a (MCL 750.81 and 750.81a), section 81 as amended by 2016 PA 87 and section 81a as amended by 2012 PA 366. HB 4521 (Rep. Breen) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 82 (MCL 750.82), as amended by 1994 PA 158. Representative Breen and Representative Mueller testified in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521. Dr. Denny Martin, representing Sparrow Hospital, testified in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521. Christy Snitgen, representing the Michigan College of Emergency Physicians, testified in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521. Michael Fill, representing the Michigan College of Emergency Physicians, testified in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521. Cody Ball, representing the Emergency Nurses Association, testified in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521. Kim Chapman-Hitchcock, representing the Emergency Nurses Association, testified in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521. Michelle Pena, representing Trinity Health Grand Rapids, testified in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521. Renay Gagleard, representing the Michigan Organization of Nursing Leadership, testified in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4520 and HB 4521, but did not wish to speak: Sam Champagne, representing Henry Ford Health. Megan Blue, representing Corewell Health. Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Health & Hospital Association. Tobi Moore, representing the American Nurses Association - Michigan. Dawn Kettinger, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4520 and HB 4521, but did not wish to speak: Trooper Kristina Droste, representing the Michigan State Police. The Chair laid HB 4474, HB 4475, HB 4476 and HB 4477 before the committee: HB 4474 (Rep. Arbit) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 147b (MCL 750.147b), as added by 1988 PA 371. HB 4475 (Rep. Grant) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2020 PA 50. HB 4476 (Rep. Arbit) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," (MCL 750.1 to 750.568) by adding section 147c. HB 4477 (Rep. Puri) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16g of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16g), as amended by 2020 PA 50. Professor William Wagner, representing himself, testified in opposition to HB 4474 and HB 4475. John Clore, representing Michigan Initiatives, testified in opposition to HB 4474. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4474, HB 4475, HB 4476 and HB 4477, but did not wish to speak: Tashawna Gill, representing the LGBT Detroit Mobilization. Antonio David Garcia, representing the Affirmations LGBTQ+ Community Center. Nada Al-Hanooti, representing Engage Michigan. De'Shondria Bedenfield, representing the National Association of Social Workers. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4474, HB 4475, HB 4476 and HB 4477, but did not wish to speak: Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4474. The motion prevailed 12- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to report out HB 4474 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 9-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Mueller, Harris, BeGole.


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4475. The motion prevailed 9- 0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Mueller, Harris, BeGole.


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to report out HB 4475 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Mueller, Harris, BeGole.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4476. The motion prevailed 11- 0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Harris.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to report out HB 4476 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Harris.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4477. The motion prevailed 11-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Harris.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 4477 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Harris. The Chair laid SB 66, SB 67, SB 68 and SB 73 before the committee: SB 66 (Sen. Chang) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding sections 1508 and 1526b. SB 67 (Sen. Lauwers) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 90 (MCL 750.90). SB 68 (Sen. Geiss) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 16d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.16d), as amended by 2016 PA 88. SB 73 (Sen. Shink) A bill to amend 1976 PA 442, entitled "Freedom of information act," by amending section 13 (MCL 15.243), as amended by 2021 PA 33. Senator Chang and Senator Shink testified in support of SB 66, SB 67, SB 68 and SB 73. Heath B. Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, testified in support of SB 66, SB 67, SB 68 and SB 73. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 66, SB 67, SB 68 and SB 73, but did not wish to speak: Jess Averill, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 66, but did not wish to speak: Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 73, but did not wish to speak: Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Breen moved to report out SB 66 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Breen moved to report out SB 67 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to report out SB 68 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to report out SB 73 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hope, Andrews, Tyrone Carter, Breen, Young, Arbit, Dievendorf, Tsernoglou, Filler, Mueller, Harris, BeGole. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to excuse Representative Bezotte from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hope adjourned the meeting at 10:05 AM. Representative Kara Hope, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to SB 129. The motion prevailed 12- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller, Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Whitsett moved to report out SB 129 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 4). The motion prevailed 7-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine.


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to report out SB 130 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to report out SB 131 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine.


evidence_text: Representative Coffia moved to report out SB 132 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine. At 9:30 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:31 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 289, but did not wish to speak: Bree Anderson, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Jared Fleisher, representing Rocket Companies. The Chair laid SB 289 before the committee: SB 289 (Sen. Moss) A bill to amend 1996 PA 381, entitled "Brownfield redevelopment financing act," by amending sections 2, 8a, 11, 13, 13b, 13c, 14a, 15, and 16 (MCL 125.2652, 125.2658a, 125.2661, 125.2663, 125.2663b, 125.2663c, 125.2664a, 125.2665, and 125.2666), section 2 as amended by 2022 PA 178, sections 8a and 11 as amended by 2017 PA 46, sections 13, 13b, 15, and 16 as amended by 2020 PA 259, and sections 13c and 14a as amended by 2021 PA 138.


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 289. The motion prevailed 12- 0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller, Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to report out SB 289 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller, Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 164 before the committee: SB 164 (Sen. Shink) A bill to amend 1961 PA 120, entitled "An act to authorize the development or redevelopment of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to permit the creation of certain boards; to provide for the operation of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to provide for the creation, operation, and dissolution of business improvement zones; and to authorize the collection of revenue and the bonding of certain local governmental units for the development or redevelopment projects," by amending sections 10, 10b, 10c, 10e, 10f, 10g, 10h, 10j, 10k, and 10l (MCL 125.990, 125.990b, 125.990c, 125.990e, 125.990f, 125.990g, 125.990h, 125.990j, 125.990k, and 125.990l), as amended by 2020 PA 91.


evidence_text: Representative Miller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 164. The motion prevailed 12-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller, Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Coffia moved to report out SB 164 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller, Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4454 before the committee: HB 4454 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 1961 PA 120, entitled "An act to authorize the development or redevelopment of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to permit the creation of certain boards; to provide for the operation of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to provide for the creation, operation, and dissolution of business improvement zones; and to authorize the collection of revenue and the bonding of certain local governmental units for the development or redevelopment projects," by amending sections 10, 10b, 10c, 10e, 10f, 10g, 10h, 10j, 10k, and 10l (MCL 125.990, 125.990b, 125.990c, 125.990e, 125.990f, 125.990g, 125.990h, 125.990j, 125.990k, and 125.990l), as amended by 2020 PA 91.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to report out HB 4454 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Coffia, Farhat, Miller, Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4454, but did not wish to speak: Marcia Hune, representing Ann Arbor SPARK. Bree Anderson, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to excuse Representative Grant from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 289 and SB 164 before the committee: SB 289 (Sen. Moss) A bill to amend 1996 PA 381, entitled "Brownfield redevelopment financing act," by amending sections 2, 8a, 11, 13, 13b, 13c, 14a, 15, and 16 (MCL 125.2652, 125.2658a, 125.2661, 125.2663, 125.2663b, 125.2663c, 125.2664a, 125.2665, and 125.2666), section 2 as amended by 2022 PA 178, sections 8a and 11 as amended by 2017 PA 46, sections 13, 13b, 15, and 16 as amended by 2020 PA 259, and sections 13c and 14a as amended by 2021 PA 138. SB 164 (Sen. Shink) A bill to amend 1961 PA 120, entitled "An act to authorize the development or redevelopment of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to permit the creation of certain boards; to provide for the operation of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to provide for the creation, operation, and dissolution of business improvement zones; and to authorize the collection of revenue and the bonding of certain local governmental units for the development or redevelopment projects," by amending sections 10, 10b, 10c, 10e, 10f, 10g, 10h, 10j, 10k, and 10l (MCL 125.990, 125.990b, 125.990c, 125.990e, 125.990f, 125.990g, 125.990h, 125.990j, 125.990k, and 125.990l), as amended by 2020 PA 91.


evidence_text: Representative Miller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 23, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to excuse Representative Grant from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoskins adjourned the meeting at 9:35 AM. Representative Jason Hoskins, Chair Elaine Kupiec Committee Clerk ekupiec@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4648 before the committee: HB 4648 (Rep. Arbit) A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending sections 6 and 6a (MCL 388.1606 and 388.1606a), as amended by 2022 PA 144. Representative Arbit testified in support of HB 4648. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4648, but did not wish to speak: Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Dr. Jeanice K. Swift, representing Ann Arbor Public Schools. Naomi Norman, representing the Washtenaw Intermediate School District. Rabbi Asher Lopatin, representing the Jewish Community Relations Council & American Jewish Committee of Detroit. Chris Glass, representing Education Advocates of West Michigan. Andy Neumann, representing the Michigan Education Association.


evidence_text: Representative Glanville moved to report out HB 4648 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Koleszar, Churches, Shannon, Stone, Weiss, Glanville, Conlin, Edwards, Wegela, Greene, Markkanen, Paquette, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Wendzel. The Chair laid HB 4671 before the committee: HB 4671 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1284a (MCL 380.1284a), as added by 2007 PA 101; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4671, but did not wish to speak: Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Paul Liaebnow, representing the Michigan Elementary & Middle School Principals Association. Dirk Weeldreyer, representing the School Equity Caucus. Chris Glass, representing Education Advocates of West Michigan. Mike Spence, representing the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4671, but did not wish to speak: John Lindley, representing the Michigan Association of Recreation Vehicles and Campgrounds.


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to report out HB 4671 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Koleszar, Churches, Shannon, Stone, Weiss, Glanville, Conlin, Edwards, Wegela, Greene, Markkanen, Paquette, Wendzel, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Koleszar adjourned the meeting at 9:11 AM. Representative Matt Koleszar, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 8, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4695, HB 4696, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700, HB 4701 and HB 4702 before the committee: HB 4695 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 662, 668b, and 674 (MCL 168.662, 168.668b, and 168.674), section 662 as amended by 2022 PA 219, section 668b as added by 2018 PA 614, and section 674 as amended by 2018 PA 120, and by adding sections 8, 720a, 720b, 720c, 720d, 720e, 720f, 720g, 720h, 720i, and 720j. HB 4696 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. HB 4697 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 761d (MCL 168.761d), as amended by 2022 PA 195. HB 4698 (Rep. Hope) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 2 (MCL 168.2), as amended by 2018 PA 603. HB 4699 (Rep. Byrnes) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 499, 509aa, and 811 (MCL 168.499, 168.509aa, and 168.811), section 499 as amended by 2004 PA 92, section 509aa as amended by 2012 PA 270, and section 811 as amended by 2018 PA 603, and by adding sections 6, 759e, 759f, and 759g. HB 4700 (Rep. Rheingans) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 759, 761, and 766 (MCL 168.759, 168.761, and 168.766), sections 759 and 761 as amended by 2020 PA 302 and section 766 as amended by 2018 PA 120, and by adding sections 766a and 766b; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. HB 4701 (Rep. Morgan) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 11d of chapter XVII (MCL 777.11d), as amended by 2018 PA 661. HB 4702 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending sections 658 and 661 (MCL 168.658 and 168.661), as amended by 2012 PA 270. Erica Peresman, representing Promote The Vote, testified in support of HB 4695, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699 and HB 4700. Questions and discussion followed. Mary Clark, representing the Michigan Association of Municipal Clerks, testified in support of HB 4695, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699 and HB 4700. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card with no position on HB 4695, HB 4696, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700 and HB 4702, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: Sheri Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections, the Freedom Alliance, MFE, and StandUp Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4695, HB 4696, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700 and HB 4701, but did not wish to speak: Christina Schlitt and Paula Bowman, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4695, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699 and HB 4700, but did not wish to speak: Eric Welsby, representing Detroit Disability Power. Ricky Servantez Bicknell, representing Voters Not Politicians. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4695, HB 4697, HB 4698, HB 4699, HB 4700 and HB 4702, but did not wish to speak: Bill Richardson, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4695 and HB 4697, but did not wish to speak: Madeline Fata, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4695, HB 4697 and HB 4699, but did not wish to speak: Chris Semrinec, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4695, but did not wish to speak: Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4696, but did not wish to speak: Bill Richardson, representing the Pure Integrity Michigan Elections.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4695. The motion prevailed 6-0- 2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Representative Smit offered the following amendment to HB 4695 (H-1): 1. Amend page 40, following line 8, by inserting: "(15) A county or municipality must not be reimbursed by this state for any costs or expenses associated with either of the following: (a) Providing or conducting early voting at more than 1 location during the required 9 days of early voting. (b) Providing or conducting early voting on any days that are in addition to the required 9 days of early voting.".


evidence_text: Representative Smit moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4695 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 2-0-6: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Representative DeBoyer offered the following amendments to HB 4695 (H-1): 1. Amend page 38, line 8, after "removed" by inserting "by 2 election inspectors from different political parties". 2. Amend page 38, line 10, after "resealed" by inserting "in accordance with section 806a". 3. Amend page 38, line 12, after "book" by inserting "in accordance with section 806a". 4. Amend page 39, line 11, after "container" by inserting "in the presence of 2 election inspectors from different political parties". 5. Amend page 39, line 12, after "book" by inserting "in accordance with section 806a".


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4695 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 2-0-6: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches.


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4697. The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Representative DeBoyer offered the following amendments to HB 4697 (H-1): 1. Amend page 2, line 13, by striking out "and". 2. Amend page 2, line 13, after "repair" by inserting a comma and "and video monitoring". 3. Amend page 2, line 13, after "each" by inserting "required".


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4697 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 2-0-6: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Representative Smit offered the following amendment to HB 4697 (H-1): 1. Amend page 2, line 11, after "township." by inserting "If the clerk of a city or township applies to the secretary of state for additional absent voter ballot drop boxes, in addition to what is required under subsection (1), the secretary of state shall facilitate the procurement and distribution of the absent voter ballot drop boxes at the lowest possible cost to the clerk of that city or township.".


evidence_text: Representative Smit moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4697 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 2-0-6: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4698. The motion prevailed 6- 0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Representative Smit offered the following amendments to HB 4698 (H-1): 1. Amend page 2, line 7, after "degree," by inserting "or". 2. Amend page 2, line 7, after "certificate" by striking out the balance of the subdivision and inserting a period.


evidence_text: Representative Smit moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4698 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 2-0-6: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Representative DeBoyer offered the following amendments to HB 4698 (H-1): 1. Amend page 2, line 6, after "by" by inserting "state". 2. Amend page 2, line 6, after "or" by striking out "an" and inserting "a state".


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4698 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 1-0-7: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Rep. DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches, Smit.


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4699. The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Representative Tsernoglou offered the following amendment to HB 4699 (H-1): 1. Amend page 7, line 15, after "presidential" by inserting "primary".


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4699 (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Representative Tsernoglou offered the following amendment to HB 4699 (H-1): 1. Amend page 7, line 16, after "email," by striking out "and" and inserting "or".


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4699 (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Representative DeBoyer offered the following amendment to HB 4699 (H-1): 1. Amend page 6, line 1, after "verified" by inserting "in accordance with section 761".


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4699 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 2-0-6: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches.


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4700. The motion prevailed 6- 0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Representative Tsernoglou offered the following amendment to HB 4700 (H-1): 1. Amend page 22, line 25, after "email," by striking out "and" and inserting "or".


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4700 (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Representative Smit offered the following amendment to HB 4700 (H-1): 1. Amend page 12, line 6, after "If" by inserting "the secretary of state or".


evidence_text: Representative Smit moved to withdraw the amendment to HB 4700 (H-1). There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Representative DeBoyer offered the following amendment to HB 4700 (H-1): 1. Amend page 3, line 14, by striking out all of subdivision (d).


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4700 (H-1). The motion did not prevail 2-0-6: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 4695 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer.


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to report out HB 4696 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to report out HB 4697 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer.


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to report out HB 4698 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer.


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to report HB 4699 as amended, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer.


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to report HB 4700 as amended, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 4701 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to report out HB 4702 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Smit, DeBoyer. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tsernoglou adjourned the meeting at 11:37 AM. Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4676, HB 4677 and HB 4678 before the committee: HB 4676 (Rep. Young) A bill to amend 1994 PA 203, entitled "Foster care and adoption services act," by amending section 8b (MCL 722.958b), as added by 2018 PA 489. HB 4677 (Rep. Young) A bill to amend 1994 PA 203, entitled "Foster care and adoption services act," (MCL 722.951 to 722.960) by adding section 8e. HB 4678 (Rep. Edwards) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1281c.


evidence_text: Representative Coffia moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4676. The motion prevailed 6- 0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Young, Coffia, Glanville, Arbit, Edwards, MacDonell. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson.


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to report out HB 4676 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Young, Coffia, Glanville, Arbit, Edwards, MacDonell. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson.


evidence_text: Representative MacDonell moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4677. The motion prevailed 6-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Young, Coffia, Glanville, Arbit, Edwards, MacDonell. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson.


evidence_text: Representative Glanville moved to report out HB 4677 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Young, Coffia, Glanville, Arbit, Edwards, MacDonell. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to report out HB 4678 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Young, Coffia, Glanville, Arbit, Edwards, MacDonell. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wozniak, Fox, Johnsen, Thompson. The Chair laid a presentation on the Area Agencies on Aging before the committee. David LaLumia, Executive Director of Area Agencies on Aging Association gave a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid a presentation on the Area Agency on Aging of Northwest Michigan before the committee. Executive Director Heidi Gustine and Director of Community and Business Advancement, Kandi Lannen agave the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid a presentation on the Detroit Area Agency on Aging Services before the committee. Ronald Taylor, President, and CEO gave the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4676, HB 4677 and HB 4678, but did not wish to speak: Bobby Dorigo Jones, representing Michigan Children. Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Jeff Cobb, representing the Education Trust Midwest. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Young adjourned the meeting at 1:07 PM. Representative Stephanie A. Young, Chair Elaine Kupiec Committee Clerk ekupiec@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Stone moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 119 before the committee: HR 119 (Rep. Rogers) A resolution to urge the United States Food and Drug Administration to facilitate FDA regulated research on hyperbaric oxygen therapy for the treatment of Traumatic Brain Injury and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Representative Rogers and Kevin Hensley, representing the VFW, testified in support of HR 119. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HCR 5 before the committee: HCR 5 (Rep. Conlin) A concurrent resolution to urge the United States Congress, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs to prioritize research and investment in non-technology treatment options for servicemembers and veterans who have psychological trauma as a result of military service. At 12:25 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:25 PM, Majority Vice Chair Coleman called the committee back to order. Chair Conlin testified in support of HCR 5. Questions and discussion followed. At 12:28 PM, Majority Vice Chair Coleman laid the committee at ease. At 12:28 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Committee returned to consideration of HR 119. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 119, but did not wish to speak: Jim Sigmon, representing the Military Officers Association of America. Tom Poxson.


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to report out HR 119 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Conlin, Coleman, Tyrone Carter, Stone, Rogers, Wegela, Markkanen, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Committee returned to consideration of HCR 5. The following person submitted a card in support of HCR 5, but did not wish to speak: Tom Poxson.


evidence_text: Representative Rogers moved to report out HCR 5 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Conlin, Coleman, Tyrone Carter, Stone, Rogers, Wegela, Markkanen, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to excuse Representatives Bezotte and Martin from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Conlin adjourned the meeting at 12:31 PM. Representative Jennifer Conlin, Chair Nicholas Gewirtz Committee Clerk ngewirtz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to adopt the meeting minutes from May 23, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4608 before the committee: HB 4608 (Rep. Pohutsky) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16141 and 16145 (MCL 333.16141 and 333.16145), as amended by 1993 PA 80, and by adding section 16346 and part 183A.


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to refer HB 4608 to the Committee on Health Policy. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4561 before the committee: HB 4561 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 609h (MCL 436.1609h), as added by 2022 PA 225.


evidence_text: Representative Snyder moved to report out HB 4561 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None. At 10:35 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:35 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid SB 141 before the committee: SB 141 (Sen. McMorrow) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 537a (MCL 436.1537a), as amended by 2021 PA 64.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to report out SB 141 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 14-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, Young, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Mueller, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Bierlein, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 141, but did not wish to speak: Leah Robinson, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. At 10:36 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:48 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528 before the committee: HB 4526 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 13f of chapter XVII (MCL 777.13f), as added by 2002 PA 30. HB 4527 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 2006 PA 110, entitled "Michigan zoning enabling act," by amending section 205 (MCL 125.3205), as amended by 2018 PA 366. HB 4528 (Rep. Witwer) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 9115 (MCL 324.9115), as amended by 2017 PA 40, and by adding part 639. Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy, explained the changes in Substitute (H-1) to HB 4528 and had no position. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4528. The motion prevailed 11- 0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Liberati, Neeley, Scott, McFall, Snyder, Wilson, Filler, Wendzel, Aragona, Neyer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Young, Mueller, Bierlein. Dr. Wanda Iza, representing Ingham County Citizens United, testified in opposition to HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528. Barbara Culham, representing Ingham County Citizens United, testified in opposition to HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528. Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, testified in support of HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528. Ross Veltema, representing Top Grade Aggregate, testified in support of HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528. Lee Graham, representing Operating Engineers 324, testified in support of HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528. Mark Schlegel, representing Schlegel Sand and Gravel, testified in support of HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528. Marcus Trammell, representing the Michigan Laborers Union, testified in support of HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528, but did not wish to speak: Caroline Liethen, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Dan Balkema, representing Balkema Excavating, Inc. Henry Balkema, representing the Peterman Concrete Co. Danielle Dungey, representing Azo Services Management, Inc. Brett Stanton, representing the Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4526, HB 4527 and HB 4528, but did not wish to speak: Jacqueline Sproles, a 48217 delegate. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Barbara Conley, a resident of Leelanau County. Benjamin Martin, a resident of Sault Ste. Marie. Joanne Galloway, a resident of Lansing. Christina Schlitt and Paula Bowman, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. Liz Kirkwood, representing FLOW (For Love of Water). Patti Robinson, a resident of Metamora. Amanda Shelton, a resident of Oxford. Meghan Swain, a resident of Fowlerville. Madeline Fata, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. Becca Meuninck, representing the National Wildlife Federation. Christy McGillivary, representing the Sierra Club. Sean McBreaty, representing Clean Water Action. Andrea Brown, representing the Michigan Association of Planners. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tyrone Carter adjourned the meeting at 11:23 AM. Representative Tyrone Carter, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Roth moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4028 before the committee: HB 4028 (Rep. Zorn) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 722 (MCL 257.722), as amended by 2018 PA 274. Representative Zorn, joined by Josh Clayton, representing the Michigan Towing Association, both testified in support of HB 4028. Questions and discussion followed. Ed Noyola, representing the County Road Association of Michigan, testified with a neutral position on HB 4028. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4028, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The Chair laid HB 4706 before the committee: HB 4706 (Rep. MacDonell) A bill to amend 1939 PA 3, entitled "An act to provide for the regulation and control of public and certain private utilities and other services affected with a public interest within this state; to provide for alternative energy suppliers; to provide for licensing; to include municipally owned utilities and other providers of energy under certain provisions of this act; to create a public service commission and to prescribe and define its powers and duties; to abolish the Michigan public utilities commission and to confer the powers and duties vested by law on the public service commission; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide for the continuance, transfer, and completion of certain matters and proceedings; to abolish automatic adjustment clauses; to prohibit certain rate increases without notice and hearing; to qualify residential energy conservation programs permitted under state law for certain federal exemption; to create a fund; to encourage the utilization of resource recovery facilities; to prohibit certain acts and practices of providers of energy; to allow for the securitization of stranded costs; to reduce rates; to provide for appeals; to provide appropriations; to declare the effect and purpose of this act; to prescribe remedies and penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending the title and sections 10g, 10h, and 10q (MCL 460.10g, 460.10h, and 460.10q), the title as amended by 2016 PA 341, section 10g as amended by 2008 PA 286, section 10h as added by 2000 PA 142, and section 10q as added by 2000 PA 141. Representative MacDonnell testified in support of HB 4706. Questions and discussion followed. Justin Carpenter, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council, joined by Paul Corbett, representing MICHauto, both testified in support of HB 4706. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4706, but did not wish to speak: Charles Griffith, representing the Ecology Center. Zach Kahn, representing TESLA. Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum. Ross Gavin, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Jane McCurry, representing Clean Fuels Michigan. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4706, but did not wish to speak: Tony Mosesso, representing the ITC Holdings Corporation. The Chair laid HB 4012 before the committee: HB 4012 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 628 (MCL 257.628), as amended by 2016 PA 447. Ed Noyola, representing the County Road Association of Michigan, testified with a neutral position on HB 4012. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to report out HB 4012 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-1-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Roth, Kunse. Nays: Rep. Bruck. Pass: Reps. Outman, St. Germaine. The Chair laid SB 135 before the committee: SB 135 (Sen. Hertel) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 83 and 304 (MCL 257.83 and 257.304), section 83 as added by 2020 PA 383 and section 304 as amended by 2020 PA 376.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to refer SB 135 to the Committee on Criminal Justice. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Outman, Roth, Bruck, Kunse, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Shannon adjourned the meeting at 10:58 AM. Representative Nate Shannon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to adopt the meeting minutes from May 18, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel to report the (S-1) version of SB 268 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers, and Bellino. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 247. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers, and Bellino. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann to report the (S-2) version of SB 247 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers, and Bellino. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 8:52 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. 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 entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to report SB 205 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer to report SB 206 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, and Geiss. Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 207 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report SB 348 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report SB 349 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Santana, Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:43 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from June 8, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report HB 4120 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana Nays: Sen.(s) Runestad and Johnson The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to reconsider the vote on HB 4120. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the vote will be reconsidered.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report HB 4120 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana and Johnson Nays: Sen. Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report HB 4121 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to report HB 4122 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report HB 4123 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report HB 4124 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report HB 4125 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana and Johnson Nays: Sen. Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the (S-3) version of SB 376. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-3) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB 376 (S-3) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana Nays: Sen. Runestad Pass: Sen. Johnson The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 377. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Runestad and Johnson Nays: Sen. Santana The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to report SB 377 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana Nays: Sen. Runestad Pass: Sen. Johnson The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:25 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 359 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Camilleri, and McDonald Rivet. Nays: Sen.(s) Damoose and Johnson. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:36 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report the HB 4375, as amended, as a clean substitute to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair McMorrow, Sen.(s) Cavanagh, Polehanki, Cherry, McDonald Rivet, Moss, Geiss, and Webber. Nays: Sen.(s) Victory and Lindsey. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:03 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the meeting minutes from June 7, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Webber to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 356. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss The motion failed and the (S-1) was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to report SB 356 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Webber to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 357. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss The motion failed and the (S-1) was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report SB 357 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Webber to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 358. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss The motion failed and the (S-1) was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB 358 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, and Geiss Nays: Sen.(s) Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to report HB 4362 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report HB 4363 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report HB 4364 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:38 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt the meeting minutes from June 7, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 367. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, and McBroom. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the McBroom amendment #1b to the (S-1) version of SB 367. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Johnson and McBroom. Nays: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and Camilleri. The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to report the (S-1) version of SB 367 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and Camilleri. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. Pass: Sen.(s) McBroom. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report SB 368 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, Johnson, and McBroom. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 369. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, and McBroom. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report the (S-1) version of SB 369 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, and McBroom. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 370. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and Camilleri. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. Pass: Sen.(s) McBroom. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report the (S-1) version of SB 370 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and Camilleri. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. Pass: Sen.(s) McBroom. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB 371 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, Johnson, and McBroom. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 372. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, and McBroom. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to report the (S-2) version of SB 372 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and Camilleri. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson and McBroom. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 373. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and Camilleri. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. Pass: Sen.(s) McBroom. The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report the (S-1) version of SB 373 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, and Camilleri. Nays: Sen.(s) Johnson. Pass: Sen.(s) McBroom. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report SB 374 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Wojno, Santana, McMorrow, Chang, Camilleri, Johnson, and McBroom. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:04 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to adopt the meeting minutes from June 6, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to report SB 148 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Shink, Sen.(s) Cherry, Singh, and Polehanki. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Daley, Victory, and Hoitenga. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to report SB 149 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Shink, Sen.(s) Cherry, Singh, and Polehanki. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Daley, Victory, and Hoitenga. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:43 p.


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 7, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation from the Michigan State University Agriculture Extension program. Dr. Quentin Tyler, representing the Michigan State University Extension program, gave a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. Deanna East, from Michigan State University Agriculture Extension program, joined to answer questions from the committee.


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to excuse Representative Paiz from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Miller adjourned the meeting. Representative Reggie Miller, Chair Justin Easter Committee Clerk jeaster@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Hill moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 7, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 302 and SB 303 before the committee: SB 302 (Sen. Camilleri) A bill to amend 2010 PA 270, entitled "Property assessed clean energy act," by amending section 9 (MCL 460.939), as amended by 2017 PA 242. SB 303 (Sen. McDonald Rivet) A bill to amend 2010 PA 270, entitled "Property assessed clean energy act," by amending the title and sections 3, 5, 7, 11, 13, 15, and 17 (MCL 460.933, 460.935, 460.937, 460.941, 460.943, 460.945, and 460.947), section 3 as amended by 2017 PA 242. Senator McDonald Rivet testified in support of SB 302 and SB 303. Questions and discussion followed. Justin Carpenter and Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Business Council, testified in support of SB 302 and SB 303. Todd Williams, representing Lean and Green Michigan, testified in support of SB 302 and SB 303. Questions and discussion followed. Nicholas Zuba, representing C-PACE Alliance, testified in support of SB 302 and SB 303. Questions and discussion followed. Bali Kumar, representing Pace Loan Group, testified in support of SB 302 and SB 303. Questions and discussion followed. Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum, testified in support of SB 302 and SB 303. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 302 and SB 303, but did not wish to speak: Logan Vorce, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Carlee Knott, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 302 and SB 303, but did not wish to speak: Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. The Chair laid SB 288 before the committee: SB 288 (Sen. Singh) A bill to amend 2012 PA 615, entitled "Michigan energy assistance act," by repealing section 6 (MCL 400.1236), as amended by 2019 PA 87. Senator Singh testified in support of SB 288. Questions and discussion followed. Evette Griffie, representing DTE, testified in support of SB 288. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 288, but did not wish to speak: Reka Holley Voelker, representing the Michigan Public Service Commission. Dan Dundas, representing the Michigan Electric and Gas Association. Julie Cassidy, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Logan Vorce, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Wende Randall, representing the Coalition to Keep Michigan Warm. Mike O'Brien, representing the Indiana Michigan Power Co. Bethany Stutzman, representing the United Way of South Central Michigan. Tim Lubbers, representing SEMCO. Carlee Knott, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Kyle McCree, representing Consumers Energy. Maureen Watson Bolger, representing the Salvation Army. Saunteel Jenkins, representing THAW. Robb Kennedy, representing Michigan Community Action. The following person submitted a card in opposition to SB 288, but did not wish to speak: Jason Hayes, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Scott adjourned the meeting at 10:07 AM. Representative Helena Scott, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Greene moved to adopt the meeting minutes from June 7, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4544 before the committee: HB 4544 (Rep. Arbit) A bill to designate Rosh Hashanah as a holiday in this state.


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to report out HB 4544 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Liberati, Pohutsky, McFall, Posthumus, Greene. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4545 before the committee: HB 4545 (Rep. Steckloff) A bill to designate Yom Kippur as a holiday in this state.


evidence_text: Representative Pohutsky moved to report out HB 4545 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Liberati, Pohutsky, McFall, Posthumus, Greene. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4446 before the committee: HB 4446 (Rep. Puri) A bill to designate Diwali, Deepavali, or the Festival of Lights as a holiday in this state.


evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to report out HB 4446 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Liberati, Pohutsky, McFall, Posthumus, Greene. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4447 before the committee: HB 4447 (Rep. Aiyash) A bill to designate Eid al-Adha and Eid al-Fitr as holidays in this state.


evidence_text: Representative Pohutsky moved to report out HB 4447 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Liberati, Pohutsky, McFall, Posthumus, Greene. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4448 before the committee: HB 4448 (Rep. MacDonell) A bill to designate Lunar New Year as a holiday in this state.