evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 2, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4044 before the committee: HB 4044 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled "An act to prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to provide review from disciplinary action with respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of grievances and the holding of elections; to declare and protect the rights and privileges of public employees; to require certain provisions in collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act; and to make appropriations," by repealing section 15b (MCL 423.215b). Representative Koleszar testified in support of HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. Zachary Kasprzak, representing the Howell Education Association, testified in support of HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. Rachel Foreman, representing the Harper Creek Education Association, testified in support of HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. David Gott, representing the ASA as a Retired Educator, testified in support of HB 4044. Todd Simon, representing the Waverly Education Association, testified in support of HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. Rick Meeth, representing the Bay City Education Association, testified in support of HB 4044. Christopher DeYonke, representing the Farmington Education Association, testified in support of HB 4044. Donna Jackson, representing the Detroit Federation of Paraprofessionals, testified in support of HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. Natasha Szpaichler, and Dwan McGrady, representing the Detroit Federation of Teachers Local 231, testified in support of HB 4044. Lakia Wilson-Lumpkins, representing the Detroit Federation of Teachers, testified in support of HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. Chris Glass, representing the Education Advocates of West Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4044. Questions and discussion followed. Heather Reid, representing the Kalamazoo Education Association, testified in support of HB 4044. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4044, but did not wish to speak: Todd Tennis, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Michigan State Conference, and the Amalgamated Transit Union, Michigan Legislative Conference. Steven Ruppa, representing the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees. Ryan Sebolt, representing the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations of Michigan. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Jonathan Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers' International Union of North America. Andy Neumann, representing the Michigan Education Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4044, but did not wish to speak: Matt Schueller, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators. Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Alliance for Student Opportunity. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Jerry Johnson, representing the Barry, Branch, Calhoun, Jackson, Lenawee, and Monroe Intermediate School Districts. Sarah Anderson, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund. Beth DeShone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project Education Fund. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4044, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Mary Bouwense, representing the Michigan Education Association-Retired. Lincoln Stocks, representing the Eastpointe Federation of Educators. Matt Marlow, representing the Grand Rapids Education Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Haadsma adjourned the meeting at 10:28 AM. Representative Jim Haadsma, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


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evidence_text: Representative McFall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 2, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy before the committee. The Chair invited Dan Eichinger, Acting Director, and Travis Boeskool, Legislative Liaison, of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy to give the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid a presentation on the Michigan United Conservation Clubs before the committee. The Chair invited Amy Trotter, Executive Director, and Tim Muir Jr., Executive Board President, of the Michigan United Conservations Clubs to give the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Pohutsky adjourned the meeting at 11:45 AM. Representative Laurie Pohutsky, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to adopt Room 326, Thursdays, at 10:30 am, as the standing Room, Day, and Time of the committee. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Coleman, Dievendorf, Stone, Scott, Andrews, Grant, Tsernoglou, Fink, Rigas. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid a presentation on the Michigan State Housing Development Authority before the committee. Executive Director Amy Hovey and Mark Garcia Legislative Liaison, presented on the Michigan State Housing Development Authority. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to excuse Representatives Aragona and Maddock from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the subcommittee, Chair Coleman adjourned the meeting. Representative Kevin Coleman, Chair Elaine Kupiec Committee Clerk ekupiec@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to adopt Thursday at 9:00 a.m. in Room 519 of the House Office Building as the day, time, and location for regularly scheduled meetings of the House Health Policy Subcommittee on Behavioral Health. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Brabec, Arbit, Pohutsky, Glanville, Edwards, MacDonell, Rheingans, Schmaltz, Hoadley, St. Germaine, Thompson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Brabec announced that the House Health Policy Subcommittee on Behavioral Health will follow the Uniform Committee rules, stated in the House Standing Rules, that were adopted on the House Floor. Chair Brabec introduced herself and welcomed the committee members. The Chair asked committee members to express their interest and priorities for the term. Chair Brabec laid before the committee presentations from Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinics. Alan Bolter, Associate Director of the Community Mental Health Association of Michigan; Trish Cortes, Executive Director of Washtenaw County Community Mental Health; and Lisa Williams, Executive Director of West Michigan Community Mental Health; gave presentations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the subcommittee, Chair Brabec adjourned the meeting at 10:23 AM. Representative Felicia Brabec, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from February 16, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report SB 18 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 18. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 32. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB 32 (S-2) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Santana, and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 32 (S-2). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:02 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to adopt the meeting minutes from February 2, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:02 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:20 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Camilleri to adopt the meeting minutes from February 16, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:39 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to adopt the meeting minutes from February 9, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:16 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh, supported by Sen. Camilleri, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt, supported by Sen. Camilleri, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Sen.


evidence_text: the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki, supported by Sen. Klinefelt, to adjourn the committee at 6:59 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. Chair Hope laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Department of Corrections. Kyle Kaminski, Legislative Liaison for the department, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Hope laid before the committee a presentation by the Michigan Center for Youth Justice. Jennifer Peacock, Policy Director, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: John Taylor, representing Pathways Community Mental Health.


evidence_text: Representative Andrews moved to excuse Representative Mueller 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 9:53 AM. Representative Kara Hope, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Conlin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4064 and HB 4157 before the committee: HB 4064 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1164c. HB 4157 (Rep. Coleman) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1138a. Representative Wegela offered the following amendments to HB 4064: 1. Amend page 1, line 5, after "a" by inserting "list of". 2. Amend page 1, line 5, after "model" by striking out "program of" and inserting "programs for the". 3. Amend page 2, line 1, after "If" by striking out "a" and inserting "the list of". 4. Amend page 2, line 1, after "model" by striking out "program" and inserting "programs". 5. Amend page 2, line 5, after "incorporate" by inserting "at least 1 of". 6. Amend page 2, line 5, after "model" by striking out "program" and inserting "programs". 7. Amend page 2, line 7, by striking out "a" and inserting "the list of". 8. Amend page 2, line 7, after "model" by striking out "program" and inserting "programs". 9. Amend page 2, line 11, after "incorporate" by inserting "at least 1 of". 10. Amend page 2, line 12, by striking out "program" and inserting "programs".


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4064. The motion prevailed 9- 0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Koleszar, Churches, Shannon, Conlin, Wegela, Greene, Markkanen, Wendzel, Johnsen. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Glanville. Representative Brenda Carter introduced HB 4064, as amended. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Coleman introduced HB 4157. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4064, but did not wish to speak: David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Matthew Schuller, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4157, but did not wish to speak: Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education.


evidence_text: Representative Conlin moved to excuse Representatives Stone and Edwards from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Koleszar adjourned the meeting at 9:17 AM. Representative Matt Koleszar, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4033 before the committee: HB 4033 (Rep. Paiz) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," (MCL 168.1 to 168.992) by adding section 634b. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4033, but did not wish to speak: Erin Schor, representing the Michigan Department of State. Chris Swope, the Lansing City Clerk. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4033, but did not wish to speak: Ted Nickels, representing themselves.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4033. The motion prevailed 8-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches, Markkanen, Smit. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 4033 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches, Markkanen, Smit. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4127 and HB 4128 before the committee: HB 4127 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 234d (MCL 750.234d), as amended by 1994 PA 158. HB 4128 (Rep. Young) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 234d (MCL 750.234d), as amended by 1994 PA 158. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4127, but did not wish to speak: Kelsey Rogers, representing Campaign Legal Center Action. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4127 and HB 4128, but did not wish to speak: Matt Patton, representing Protect Democracy. Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters. Erin Schor, representing the Michigan Department of State. Chris Swope, the Lansing City Clerk. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4127 and HB 4128, but did not wish to speak: Ted Nickels, representing themselves. Scott Jones, representing the National Rifle Association Institute of Legislative Action. Tom Lambert, representing Michigan Open Carry. ChairTsernoglou moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4127. The motion prevailed 6-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: Reps. Markkanen, Smit. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to report out HB 4127 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 6-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: Reps. Markkanen, Smit. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to report out HB 4128 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tsernoglou, Wegela, Hope, Koleszar, Byrnes, Churches. Nays: Reps. Markkanen, Smit. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4156 before the committee: HB 4156 (Rep. Rheingans) A bill to enter into the agreement among the states to elect the President by national popular vote; and for related purposes. Representative Rheingans testified in support of HB 4156. Questions and discussion followed. Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters, testified in support of HB 4156. Courtney Blake Sims, representing Mothering Justice, testified in support of HB 4156. Quentin Turner, representing Common Cause Michigan, testified in support of HB 4156. Questions and discussion followed. Merissa Kovach, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan, testified in support of HB 4156. Charles Perricone testified in support of HB 4156. Questions and discussion followed. Randy Richardville, representing Conservatives for National Popular Vote, testified in support of HB 4156. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Gary Wolfram testified in support of HB 4156. Sean Parnell, representing Save Our States, testified in opposition to HB 4156. Questions and discussion followed. John J. Crawford, representing Keep Our 50 States, testified in opposition to HB 4156. Steve Liedel, representing Dykema, testified in support of HB 4156. Chris Pearson, representing National Popular Vote, testified in support of HB 4156. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4156, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Sheree Ritchie, representing Pure Integrity Michigan Elections. Tony Daunt, representing themselves. Tom Stillings, representing themselves. Bruce Barlond, representing themselves. Pete Lund, representing themselves. Bethany Griffin, representing the Genesee County GOP. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4156, but did not wish to speak: Erin Schor, representing the Michigan Department of State. Nancy Wang, representing Voters Not Politicians. Sean McBrearty, representing Clean Water Action. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4156, but did not wish to speak: Bill Richardson, representing themselves. Ted Nickels, representing themselves. Rob Anderson, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. David Guenther, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Jasper Hendricks, representing Democrats for the Electoral College. Stephanie Kreuz, representing Heritage Action for America. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tsernoglou adjourned the meeting at 11:56 AM. Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation on the Michigan State University Extension before the committee. Director Dr. Quentin Tyler and Associate Director Dr. Deanna East, representing Michigan State University Extension, gave the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid a presentation on the Michigan League for Public Policy before the committee. Monique Stanton, President and CEO, and Rachel Richards, Fiscal Policy Director representing the Michigan League for Public Policy gave the presentation. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Coffia moved to excuse Representative Edwards from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Young adjourned the meeting. Representative Stephanie Young, Chair Elaine Kupiec Committee Clerk ekupiec@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Stone moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation given by the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs on recruiting and retention incentives. The following presenters testified: Terry Sabo, Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs in the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs; Colonel Scott Meyers, Commander of Camp Grayling Joint Maneuver Training Center; Jeff Frisby, Executive Director for the National Guard Association; and Adam Hollier, Director of the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. Christine Apostle, Chief Financial Officer for the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, was available for questions. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Stone moved to adjourn; Chair Jennifer Conlin adjourned the meeting at 12:45 p.m. Representative Jennifer Conlin, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Neeley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by Paige Fults, Director, Office of Policy and Legislative Affairs, Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:01 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:04 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid before the Committee a presentation by Brian Hanna, Director, Cannabis Regulatory Agency, and Derek Sova, Policy and Legislative Specialist, Cannabis Regulatory Agency. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to excuse Representative Mueller from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tyrone Carter adjourned the meeting at 11:44 AM. Representative Tyrone Carter, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 52 before the committee: HR 52 (Rep. Miller) A resolution to encourage the United States Federal Government to increase transparency and notification standards around the transportation of toxic waste materials across state and community lines. Representative Miller, joined by Kevin Krouse, Interim Director of Community Safety and Development for the City of Romulus Michigan, both testified in support of HR 52. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative MacDonell moved to report out HR 52 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Shannon, MacDonell, Coleman, Conlin, Farhat, Fitzgerald, Hoskins, Miller, Outman, Roth, Kunse, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 52 , but did not wish to speak: Donald Roach, representing SMART Union. BJ Trumble, representing the Michigan State Legislative Board. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club Michigan Chapter. Amy O'Leary, representing the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments. The Chair laid the presentation from the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association before the committee. Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association, provided a presentation on Michigan Infrastructure Needs and Funding. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid the presentation from the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan before the committee. Jayson Nault, P.E. and Ron Brenke, P.E., both representing the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan, provided a presentation on the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan and Specific Infrastructure Needs in the State of Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Shannon adjourned the meeting at 11:34 AM. Representative Nate Shannon, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 55. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, Lindsey, Hoitenga, and Damoose Nays: None 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 55 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Irwin, Sen.(s) Cavanagh, Bayer, Shink, Chang, Cherry, Geiss, and Damoose Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Lindsey and Hoitenga The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 55 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:20 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Singh to report SB 52 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Shink, Sen.(s) Cherry, Singh, Polehanki, Daley, Victory, and Hoitenga. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 52. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:33 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 43. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Geiss, Sen.(s) Klinefelt, Wojno, Hertel, Chang, McCann, McBroom, Victory, Bumstead, and Bellino Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 4:03 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McDonald Rivet, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 2, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: Representative Martus moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 22, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative McKinney moved to excuse Representatives O'Neal and Mentzer from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the presentation from Our Next Energy before the comittee. Dr. Deeana Ahmed representing the Our Next Energy testified in support of Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Deeana Ahmed representing the Our Next Energy testified in support of Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of , but did not wish to speak: Kyle McCree, representing the Consumers Energy. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Witwer adjourned the meeting at 9:55 AM. Josh Hundt, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, approached to answer questions from members. Representative Angela Witwer, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 15, 2023


evidence_text: Representative Coleman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation by: Laura Clark, State Chief Information Officer, DTMB. Jayson Cavendish, Acting Chief Security Officer for the State, Department of Technology, Management and Budget. Detective First Lieutenant Jim Ellis, Michigan Cyber Command, Michigan State Police. Lt. Colonel John Brady, Commander of the 272d Cyber Operations Squadron, Michigan National Guard. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Byrnes moved to excuse Representatives Andrews and Churches from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Scott adjourned the meeting at 10:15 AM. Representative Helena Scott, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Rheingans moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid the presentation from Dan Hurley, Michigan Association of State Universities, before the committee. Dan Hurley, Michigan Association of State Universities, gave a presentation on state universities in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Glanville adjourned the meeting at 11:28 AM. Representative Carol Glanville, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: April 12, 2023


evidence_text: Representative Edwards moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4138. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HB 4138 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to report out HB 4142 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 4143 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: None. 1. Amend page 11, line 11, after “(8)” by inserting “This section does not prevent the transfer of ownership of firearms as follows: (a)”. 2. Amend page 11, line 15, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 3. Amend page 11, line 17, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 4. Amend page 11, line 22, after the first “the” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 5. Amend page 11, line 26, after “the” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 6. Amend page 12, line 2, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 7. Amend page 12, line 3, after the second “the” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 8. Amend page 12, line 5, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 9. Amend page 12, line 11, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 10. Amend page 12, line 13, after “a” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 11. Amend page 12, line 15, by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 12. Amend page 12, line 19, after “the” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 13. Amend page 12, line 25, after “seized” by striking out “firearm” and inserting “pistol”. 14. Amend page 12, line 27, by striking out “(a)” and inserting “(i)”. 15. Amend page 13, line 1, by striking out “(b)” and inserting “(ii)”. 16. Amend page 13, following line 2, by inserting: “(b) This section does not prevent the transfer of a firearm longer than 26 inches in length between family members, unless the transferee is not qualified for a license under this section. For purposes of this subsection, an individual’s family member includes that individual’s parent, child, grandparent, grandchild, spouse, brother, sister, uncle, aunt, and first cousin.”. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Breen adjourned the meeting at 5:49 PM. Representative Kelly Breen, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 15, 2023


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4003 and SB 4 before the committee: HB 4003 (Rep. Hoskins) A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled "Elliott- Larsen civil rights act," by amending the title and sections 102, 103, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 209, 301, 302, 302a, 402, 501, 502, 504, 505, and 506 (MCL 37.2102, 37.2103, 37.2202, 37.2203, 37.2204, 37.2205, 37.2206, 37.2207, 37.2209, 37.2301, 37.2302, 37.2302a, 37.2402, 37.2501, 37.2502, 37.2504, 37.2505, and 37.2506), the title as amended by 1992 PA 258, sections 102, 502, 504, 505, and 506 as amended by 1992 PA 124, sections 103 and 301 as amended by 1999 PA 202, section 202 as amended by 2009 PA 190, section 302a as added by 1992 PA 70, and section 402 as amended by 1993 PA 216. SB 4 (Sen. Moss) A bill to amend 1976 PA 453, entitled "Elliott- Larsen civil rights act," by amending the title and sections 102, 103, 202, 203, 204, 205, 206, 207, 209, 301, 302, 302a, 402, 501, 502, 504, 505, and 506 (MCL 37.2102, 37.2103, 37.2202, 37.2203, 37.2204, 37.2205, 37.2206, 37.2207, 37.2209, 37.2301, 37.2302, 37.2302a, 37.2402, 37.2501, 37.2502, 37.2504, 37.2505, and 37.2506), the title as amended by 1992 PA 258, sections 102, 502, 504, 505, and 506 as amended by 1992 PA 124, sections 103 and 301 as amended by 1999 PA 202, section 202 as amended by 2009 PA 190, section 302a as added by 1992 PA 70, and section 402 as amended by 1993 PA 216. Representative Hoskins and Senator Moss testified in support of HB 4003 and SB 4. Questions and discussion followed. Jay Kaplan representing the ACLU of Michigan testified in support of HB 4003 and SB 4. Questions and discussion followed. Tom Hickson representing the Michigan Catholic Conference testified in opposition to HB 4003 and SB 4. Wendy Block representing the MI - Chamber testified in support of SB 4. Erin Knott representing the Equality Michigan testified in support of SB 4. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003 and SB 4, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Benjamin D. Orjada, representing the Young Democrats of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4003 and SB 4, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Austin Kreutz, representing the Bonltoeffen Forum. Dawud Walid, representing the CAIR - MI. Eileen McNeil, representing the Citizens for Traditional Values. Julie Doll, representing the themselves. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Akin Nzere Kwabena, representing the LGBT Detroit. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4003, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Katherine Bussard, representing the themselves. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 4, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Dell Darnell, representing the themselves. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 4, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Bree Moeggberg, representing the her business and herself. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003 and SB 4, but did not wish to speak: Oakland County Executive David Coulter. Beth Berglin, Initiatives & Public Policy Officer, representing the Kalamazoo Community Foundation. Andy Johnston, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Yousef Rabhi, representing the Michigan Nurses Association. Judy Karandjeff, representing the League of Women Voters. Frank Foster, representing the Michigan Medicine. Winston Feeheley, representing the DTE. Brad Williams, representing the Detroit Regional chamber. Jeff Stoutenburg, representing the Dow. Kyle McCree, representing the Consumers Energy. Brian Westrin, representing the Michigan Realtors. Mary Pollock, representing the The American Association of University Women of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4003 and SB 4, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Kreuz, representing the Heritage Action for America. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4003, but did not wish to speak: John McNamera, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. Sarah Woolsey, representing the themselves. Joshua Ferguson, representing the themselves. Jimmy Greene, representing the ABC Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4003, but did not wish to speak: Cole Thompson, representing the themselves. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 4, but did not wish to speak: David Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturing Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 4, but did not wish to speak: Elizabeth Whitt, representing the Conway Township Clerk. Representative Johnsen offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 9, line 24, after "302." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 10, following line 13, by inserting: "(2) This section does not compel an individual to violate the individual's sincerely held religious beliefs.".


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Wendzel offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 5, following line 28, by inserting: "(4) This section does not apply to an employer that is a religious corporation, association, society, or other organization, including an employer that is a religious school, college, university, educational institution, or other institution of learning, with respect to the employment of individuals of a particular religion to perform work connected with the carrying on of its activities.".


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Outman offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 11, line 9, after "402." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 12, following line 9, by inserting: "(2) This section does not apply to an educational institution operated by a religious corporation, association, society, or other organization, or an educational institution that is a religious school, college, university, or other institution of learning, with respect to the services, activities, or programs provided by the educational institution.".


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Fink offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 16, following line 22, by inserting: "Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 4075 of the 102nd Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Fink moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Arbit moved to report out HB 4003 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: Reps. Wendzel, Wozniak. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4003: 1. Amend page 8, following line 16, by inserting: "Sec. 208. A person subject to this article may apply to the commission for an exemption on the basis that religion, national origin, age, height, weight, or sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression is a bona fide occupational qualification reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the business or enterprise. Upon sufficient showing, the commission may grant an exemption to the appropriate section of this article. An employer may have a bona fide occupational qualification on the basis of religion, national origin, sex, age, or marital status, height and weight age, height, weight, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression without obtaining prior exemption from the commission, provided that an employer who that does not obtain an exemption shall have has the burden of establishing that the qualification is reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the business.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4003. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Johnsen offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 9, line 24, after "302." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 10, following line 13, by inserting: "(2) This section does not compel an individual to violate the individual's sincerely held religious beliefs.".


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Wendzel offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 5, following line 28, by inserting: "(4) This section does not apply to an employer that is a religious corporation, association, society, or other organization, including an employer that is a religious school, college, university, educational institution, or other institution of learning, with respect to the employment of individuals of a particular religion to perform work connected with the carrying on of its activities.".


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Outman offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 11, line 9, after "402." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 12, following line 9, by inserting: "(2) This section does not apply to an educational institution operated by a religious corporation, association, society, or other organization, or an educational institution that is a religious school, college, university, or other institution of learning, with respect to the services, activities, or programs provided by the educational institution.".


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Fink offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 16, following line 22, by inserting: "Enacting section 2. This amendatory act does not take effect unless House Bill No. 4075 of the 102nd Legislature is enacted into law.".


evidence_text: Representative Fink moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8- 0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to SB 4: 1. Amend page 8, following line 16, by inserting: "Sec. 208. A person subject to this article may apply to the commission for an exemption on the basis that religion, national origin, age, height, weight, or sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression is a bona fide occupational qualification reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the business or enterprise. Upon sufficient showing, the commission may grant an exemption to the appropriate section of this article. An employer may have a bona fide occupational qualification on the basis of religion, national origin, sex, age, or marital status, height and weight age, height, weight, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression without obtaining prior exemption from the commission, provided that an employer who that does not obtain an exemption shall have has the burden of establishing that the qualification is reasonably necessary to the normal operation of the business.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to SB 4. The motion did not prevail 5-8-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Fink, Wendzel, Wozniak, Outman, Johnsen. Nays: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Dievendorf moved to report out SB 4 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Breen, Edwards, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Arbit, Dievendorf, Hoskins, Tsernoglou. Nays: Reps. Fink, Outman, Johnsen. Pass: Reps. Wendzel, Wozniak. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Breen adjourned the meeting at 11:56 AM. Representative Kelly Breen, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 15, 2023


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 2, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007 before the committee: HB 4004 (Rep. Weiss) A bill to amend 1947 PA 336, entitled "An act to prohibit strikes by certain public employees; to provide review from disciplinary action with respect thereto; to provide for the mediation of grievances and the holding of elections; to declare and protect the rights and privileges of public employees; to require certain provisions in collective bargaining agreements; to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for the violation of the provisions of this act; and to make appropriations," by amending sections 9, 10, and 15 (MCL 423.209, 423.210, and 423.215), as amended by 2014 PA 414. HB 4005 (Rep. Weiss) A bill to amend 1939 PA 176, entitled "An act to create a commission relative to labor disputes, and to prescribe its powers and duties; to provide for the mediation and arbitration of labor disputes, and the holding of elections thereon; to regulate the conduct of parties to labor disputes and to require the parties to follow certain procedures; to regulate and limit the right to strike and picket; to protect the rights and privileges of employees, including the right to organize and engage in lawful concerted activities; to protect the rights and privileges of employers; to make certain acts unlawful; to make appropriations; and to prescribe means of enforcement and penalties for violations of this act," by amending sections 1, 2, 8, 14, 17, and 22 (MCL 423.1, 423.2, 423.8, 423.14, 423.17, and 423.22), as amended by 2012 PA 348. HB 4007 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to require prevailing wages and fringe benefits on state projects; to establish the requirements and responsibilities of contracting agents and bidders; and to prescribe penalties. Representative Weiss testified in support of HB 4004and HB 4005. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Brenda Carter testified in support of HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Ryan Sebolt, representing the Michigan American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Jessica Smith, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers 876, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Lee Graham, representing the Operating Engineers 324, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Yousef Rabhi, Jessica Lannon, and Jeremy Lapham, representing the Michigan Nurses Association, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Jon Byrd, representing the Michigan Laborers Union, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Sean McBrearty, representing Clean Water Action, testified in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007. Jonas Peterson, representing Southwest Michigan First, testified in opposition to HB 4004 and HB 4005. Questions and discussion followed. Jimmy Greene, representing the Associated Builders and Contractors of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Price Dobernick, representing the Michigan Pipe Trades Association, testified in support of HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. Jeannette Bradshaw, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers State Conference, testified in support of HB 4007. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4004 and HB 4005, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: Rudolfo Reyes, representing themselves. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4004 and HB 4005, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: John Kalb, representing the National Right to Work Committee. Steve Delie, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Philip Taylor, representing the Michigan Right to Work Committee. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4005, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4007, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Michael LaFaive, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Steve Claywell, representing the Michigan Building Trades Council. Kennedy Parker, representing themselves. Julie Loeke, representing the United Auto Workers. Steve Dawes, representing the United Auto Workers Region 1D. Lance A. Rhines, representing the Office and Professional Employees International Union Local 459. Zachary Aaron Northrup, representing Local 2-585. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Cole Thompson, representing themselves. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4004, but did not wish to speak: Jon DeRoo, representing the Detroit Plumbers Local 98. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4005, but did not wish to speak: Blaine Farr, representing Labor. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4004 and HB 4005, but did not wish to speak: Merissa Kovach, representing the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. DeAndra Davis, representing the Communications Workers of America. Charles Daniels and Michael Scauhe, representing the Communications Workers of America District 4. Diane Payne, representing the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers Local 698. Sarah Woolsey, representing themselves. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. Branden Gemzer, representing the Members of UAE. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4004 and HB 4005, but did not wish to speak: Jimmy Greene, representing the Associated Builders and Contractors of Michigan. Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association. Ben Tirrell, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. James Lilly, representing Spartan Nash. Caitlyn Stark, representing the Cadillac Area Chamber of Commerce. John McNamara, representing the Michigan Restaurant and Lodging Association. Annie Patnaude, representing Americans for Prosperity. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Matt Sahr, representing the Michigan Professional Fire Fighters Union. Carl Castiglione, representing the Plumbers Local Union 98. Phil Bianco, representing the United Association of Employees. Holly Simon, representing themselves. Stephanie Johnson, representing the Utility Workers Union of America. Benjamin D. Orjada, representing themselves. Steven Karber and Maria Enriquez, representing the United Auto Workers Local 6000. Ashley Huff and Monica Artis, representing the Office and Professional Employees International Union. John DeRoo, representing the Detroit Plumbers Local 98. Mike Hayter, Joel Archibald, Geno Alessandroni, Paul Zurek, Dylan Burnette, Jacob Hilliker, Scott Hamilton, Dave Willert, and Dan Minton, representing the Laborers' International Union of North America. Myranda Knapp, Nick Richmond, Dan Spencer, Kathy Clay, and Thomas Woodgate, representing the United Steel Workers Local 2-585. Jenell Mansfield, representing the American Federation of Teachers. Scott Stone, representing the Local 36. Chad J. Jansen and Aaron Pangborn,, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 665. Trevor Bidelman, representing the Bakery, Confectionery, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers International Union. Ken Kolp, Gregory Remington, and Kellogg Dipzinski, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Rod Richards, representing the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union Local 530. Robert Steele, representing the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers 252. Denise Caldwell, representing the Coalition of Labor Union Women and United Auto Workers. Mike Orvosh and Seth Orvosh, representing the United Steel Workers Local 12934. Mark Willingham and Kimberly DeMott, representing the United Auto Workers. Joseph Marutiak, Sharon Taylor, Ronda Ackerson, Cynthia Dine, and Lois Davis- Thomas, representing the Office and Professional Employees International Union Local 459. Derek Dobies, Courtney Towsley, Freddie Kelly, Regina Jones, Errin Whitaker, Ivy Chandler, Joseph Bellgowan, Ken Toll, Angela Haynes, Vanessa Lee, Michael Kohler, and Courtney Alexander, representing the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations of Michigan. Ethan Petzoid, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Todd Regis, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers 951. Representative Donavan McKinney, representing Michigan's 14th House District. Sean Egan and Todd Cook, representing the Michigan Department of Labor. Mike Janca, representing the International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 85. Emily Smith, Henrietta Hadley, and Anne Fairchild, representing the American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations of Michigan Workforce Development Institute. Josephine Jabara, representing the Michigan Workforce Development Institute. Arthur Kroll, representing the Steelworkers. Gwen Jordan, representing themselves. Gerard McMurran, representing the Steelworkers Retirees. Julie Rowe, representing themselves. Janette Christmas, Jerry Young, and Robert Gaynier, representing the United Food and Commercial Workers 876. Steven Donovan, representing the United Steel Workers. Samuel Cardena, representing the Pipefitters Local Union 636. Jeremy Garza, representing the Michigan Pipe Trades Association. Scott Huff, Vince Dawe, Casey Baucha, Michael Murray, Steve McCool, and Dan Fergueroa, representing the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters. Johnny Ortiz, representing the United Association Local Union 174. Nathan Phillips, representing the West Michigan Labor Council. Mark Palice, representing the Laborers Union. Isaiah Minor and Spencer Calhoun, representing Labor. Rose Dietz, Tim Ferguson, Fred Jimenez, and Rhonda Richards, representing the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union. Alex Zurek, representing Michigan Laborers.org. Elizabeth Kelly Byrd, representing the Service Employees International Union of Michigan. Arlandar Washington, representing the Laborers' International Union of North America Local 355. Kenneth James Bickle, representing the Utility Workers Union of America. Lynda Schnepp, representing the Michigan Laborers District. Katie Bargund, Robert Joerg, and Paul Husted, representing the Michigan Laborers. Shandon Claspell, representing the Utility Workers Union of America Local 253. Connor Wood, representing themselves. Nick DeFauw, representing the Laborers. Drake Minton, representing the Laborers. Steven Rzeppa, representing the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Council 25. Eli Isaguirre, representing the Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights. Ben Lyons, representing the Laborers' International Union of North America Local 499. Donald Roach, representing the International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail and Transportation Workers. Todd Tennis, representing the Amalgamated Transit Union, Michigan Legislative Conference, and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Michigan State Conference. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4004, HB 4005 and HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Beth DeShone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project. Jase Bolger, representing the West Michigan Policy Forum. Andy Johnston, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. Arthur Havlicek, representing the Southwest Michigan Regional Chamber. Sarah Anderson, representing the Michigan Freedom Fund. Stephanie Kreuz, representing Heritage Action for America. Sandy Baruah, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Brian Calley, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Mike Schucer, representing the Communications Workers of America District 4. Bill Flory, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. Damian Hill, representing the Associated General Contractors of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4007, but did not wish to speak: Wendy Block, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4004: 1. Amend page 8, following line 11, by inserting: "Sec. 10a. (1) A bargaining representative shall provide to each public employee in the bargaining unit that the bargaining representative represents, not later than 90 days after the effective date of the amendatory act that added this section or at the time the public employee becomes employed in that unit, the following statement in writing: "Under the United States Supreme Court decision Janus v AFSCME, Council 31, ___US___; 138 S Ct 2448 (2018), it is a violation of a public employee's first amendment free speech rights for a public-sector bargaining representative to require the public employee to pay dues or fees to the bargaining representative unless the public employee consents." (2) A public employee may cease paying dues or fees to a bargaining representative at any time. (3) A bargaining representative that violates subsection (1) or prohibits a public employee from exercising the public employee's right under subsection (2) is subject to a civil fine of not more than $250.00 for each violation.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4004. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4004: 1. Amend page 3, line 26, after "representative." by inserting "An agreement described in this subdivision must provide for both of the following: (i) That if an officer of the exclusive bargaining representative for the unit is convicted of a felony related to the finances of the exclusive bargaining representative, a public employee in the unit is not required to pay any dues or fees to the exclusive bargaining representative. (ii) That if an officer of the regional or national office of the exclusive bargaining representative is convicted of a felony related to the finances of the exclusive bargaining representative, a public employee in the unit is not required to pay to the exclusive bargaining representative the portion of the public employee's dues or fees that would otherwise be remitted to the regional or national office.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4004. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 4004. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 4, following line 17, by inserting: "Sec. 10a. (1) A labor organization shall provide to each employee in the bargaining unit that the labor organization represents, not later than 90 days after the effective date of the amendatory act that added this section or at the time the employee becomes employed in that unit, the following statement in writing: "Under the United States Supreme Court decision Communications Workers of America v Beck, 487 US 735 (1988), an employee is not required to pay a due or fee to a labor organization that the labor organization does not use for collective bargaining, contract administration, and grievance adjustment.". (2) An employee may cease paying dues or fees described in subsection (1) to a labor organization at any time. A labor organization shall provide to each employee in the bargaining unit that the labor organization represents, at the time the employee becomes employed in the unit and annually, instructions in writing that explain the labor organization's process for ceasing these payments. (3) A labor organization that violates subsection (1) or (2) or that prohibits an employee from exercising the employee's right under subsection (2) is subject to a civil fine of not more than $250.00 for each violation.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Kunse offered the following amendments to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 6, line 11, by striking out "Nothing" and inserting "Except as otherwise provided in section 14a, nothing". 2. Amend page 6, following line 22, by inserting: "Sec. 14a. A city, county, township, or village may authorize a right-to-work zone within its boundaries by a vote of its governing body or by adoption of a measure initiated by the people. The commission shall not enforce an all-union shop agreement covering employees in a right-to-work zone if the employer entered into or renewed the agreement after the date of adoption of the measure creating the right-to-work zone.".


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 7, following line 26, by inserting: "Sec. 29a. Notwithstanding section 29, the commission shall issue an order directing an election in any existing certified appropriate unit every year following the later of the effective date of the amendatory act that added this section or the date of initial certification of a bargaining representative. If the existing certified bargaining representative receives a majority of the votes cast and the majority represents at least 50% of the employees in the unit, the existing certification continues. If the certified bargaining representative does not receive a majority vote representing 50% of the employees in the unit, the existing certification terminates. If certification is terminated, the terms of the existing contract between the employees represented by the bargaining representative and the employer continue in effect for the remaining contract term except for any provisions that involve the duties of or obligations to the bargaining representative, such as union security, dues and fees, and involvement in grievance and arbitration procedures.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 4, following line 17, by inserting: "Sec. 8a. Every calendar quarter, each labor organization that represents employees in this state shall provide a written report to every employee in every unit that the labor organization represents and post the report on its website. Each report must include all of the following information for the immediately preceding calendar quarter: (a) The name, salary, and amount of fringe benefits of each officer of the labor organization. (b) The amount of money that the labor organization paid for all of the following, delineated by each payment: (i) Political organizations or activities. (ii) Charities. (c) An itemized list of all of the labor organization's expenditures not described in subdivision (b).".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendments to HB 4005: 1. Amend page 4, line 18, after "Sec. 14." by inserting "(1)". 2. Amend page 6, following line 22, by inserting: "(2) An agreement between an employer and a labor organization must provide for both of the following: (a) That if an officer of the labor organization that represents the employees in the unit is convicted of a felony related to the finances of the labor organization, an employee in the unit is not required to pay any dues or fees to the labor organization. (b) That if an officer of the regional or national office of the labor organization that represents the employees in the unit is convicted of a felony related to the finances of the labor organization, an employee in the unit is not required to pay to the labor organization the portion of the employee's dues or fees that would otherwise be remitted to the regional or national office.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4005. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 2, line 14, after "agent" by inserting: "if the cost of the project is greater than or equal to the following: (i) For a project that consists solely of new construction, $250,000.00. (ii) For a project that does not consist solely of new construction, $75,000.00".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Kunse offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 2, line 14, after "agent" by inserting: "if the cost of the project is equal to or greater than $150,000.00".


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 4, following line 26, by inserting: "Sec. 9. The commissioner shall prepare a report that compares contracts for state projects that were entered into after January 1, 2019 but before December 31, 2021 to similar contracts for state projects that are entered into after the effective date of this act but before 3 years after the effective date of this act. The report must include comparisons of all of the following for each contract: (a) The total number of construction mechanics employed. (b) The total amount of wages paid to construction mechanics. (c) The total cost of materials. (d) The total number of safety incidents. (e) The length of time to complete the state project. (f) Whether the requirements of this act increased costs and, if so, by how much.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Wozniak offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 4, following line 26, by inserting: "Sec. 9. By 30 months after the effective date of this act, the commission shall submit a report to the legislature about the impact of this act. Sec. 10. This act does not apply 3 years after the effective date of this act.".


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None. Representative Mueller offered the following amendment to HB 4007: 1. Amend page 4, following line 26, by inserting: "Sec. 9. A contracting agent that is a local unit of government, public school, community college, or university may exempt itself from the requirements of this act by a majority vote of its governing body.".


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4007. The motion did not prevail 3-7-0: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Nays: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to report out HB 4004 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-2-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Nays: Reps. Wozniak, Kunse. Pass: Rep. Mueller.


evidence_text: Representative O'Neal moved to report out HB 4005 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-1-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Nays: Rep. Kunse. Pass: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller.


evidence_text: Representative Churches moved to report out HB 4007 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Haadsma, Mentzer, Koleszar, O'Neal, Andrews, Churches, Wegela. Nays: Reps. Wozniak, Mueller, Kunse. Pass: None There being no further business before the committee, Chair Haadsma adjourned the meeting at 10:37 AM. Representative Jim Haadsma, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative VanWoerkom moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee the Treasury Presentation on Tax Structure and History with Jeff Guilfoyle. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative VanWoerkom moved to excuse Representative Markkanen from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neeley adjourned the meeting at 12:55 PM. Representative Cynthia Neeley, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 15, 2023


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cherry to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Klinefelt to report SB 101 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Hertel, Sen.(s) Santana, Wojno, Cherry, Klinefelt, Geiss, Webber, Hauck, Huizenga, and Runestad Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 101. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:44 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel to adopt the meeting minutes from February 1, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:13 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bayer to adopt the meeting minutes from March 1, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. McDonald Rivet, to adopt the committee meeting minutes from the March 8, 2023 . Without objection, the meeting minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McCann, supported by Sen. Cavanagh, to adjourn the committee at 2:55 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to approve the Quarterly Report, dated March 8th, 2023. The motion prevailed 4-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Witwer, Tate, Lightner, Posthumus. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to excuse Representative Hall from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Witwer adjourned the meeting at 8:36 AM. Representative Angela Witwer, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Conlin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 2, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4167 before the committee: HB 4167 (Rep. Morgan) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding sections 5135 and 5135a. Representative Morgan testified in support of HB 4167. Questions and discussion followed. Anissa Reed, representing the National Organization for Rare Disorders, testified in support of HB 4167. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Stephen Rapundalo, President and CEO of MichBio, testified in support of HB 4167. Questions and discussion followed. Laura Bonnell, representing The Bonnell Foundation: Living with Cystic Fibrosis, testified in support of HB 4167. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4167, but did not wish to speak: Wayne County Prosecutor Kym Worthy, representing herself as mother to a daughter with sickle cell anemia. Nate Filler, representing the Boehringer Ingelheim USA Corporation. Adam Carlson, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Beryl Manske, representing the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Lily Melander, representing BIO - Biotechnology Innovation Organization. Ryan Burtka, representing Novartis. Ted Piper, representing PTC Therapeutics Inc. Kelly Waters, representing herself. Therese Waters, PT, representing herself. Sarah Procario, representing the Hemophilia Foundation of Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Rogers adjourned the meeting at 11:56 AM. Representative Julie M. Rogers, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Paiz moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 2, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4083 before the committee: HB 4083 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding subpart 3 to part 147. Representative Julie Rogers introduced HB 4083. Questions and discussion followed. Rachael Grover, Director of Planning and Development- Kalamazoo Country, testified in support of HB 4083. Questions and discussion followed. Denise Trabbic-Pointer, retired certified hazardous materials manager from Dupont and Axalta, and Stephen Colby Brown, PhD chemist, testified in support of HB 4083. Questions and discussion followed. Melissa Sargent, Environmental Health Advocate from the Ecology Center, testified in support of HB 4083. Questions and discussion followed. Michelle Batora, representing the Michigan Cleaners Association, testified in opposition to HB 4083. Steve Fry, representing the Presidential Cleaners, testified in opposition to HB 4083. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4083, but did not wish to speak: Travis Boeskool, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4083, but did not wish to speak: Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Environmental Council before the committee. Charlotte Jameson, Chief Policy Officer, and Megan Tinsley, Water Policy Director, from the Michigan Environmental Council, gave an overview presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Pohutsky adjourned the meeting at 11:59 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 March 2, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt amendment #1 to SB 76. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the amendment was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 76, as amended. 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-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to adopt the (S-2) version of SB 79. 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-2) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 80. 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-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 81. 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-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 82. 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-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 83. 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-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink report SB 76 (S-1), as amended, as a clean substitute, 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 moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 76 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno report SB 77 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 moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 77. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin report SB 78 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 moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 78. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana report SB 79 (S-2) 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 moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 79 (S-2). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink report SB 80 (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.(s) Runestad and Johnson The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 80 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink report SB 81 (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 recommend immediate effect for SB 81 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno report SB 82 (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 recommend immediate effect for SB 82 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink report SB 83 (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.(s) Runestad and Johnson The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 83 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Irwin report SB 84 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 moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 84. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana report SB 85 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 moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 85. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink report SB 86 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 moved to recommend immediate effect for SB 86. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:44 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to adopt the meeting minutes from March 2, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:40 a.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Moss to adopt the meeting minutes from March 2, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:11 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Singh to adopt the meeting minutes from March 2, 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 moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:28 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Outman to adopt the meeting minutes from February 16, 2023. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: the Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Hertel to adjourn the committee at 3:51 p.m.Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Tsernoglou moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 7, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4202 before the committee: HB 4202 (Rep. Pohutsky) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 520l (MCL 750.520l), as amended by 1988 PA 138. Representative Pohutsky testified in support of HB 4202. Questions and discussion followed. Heath Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, testified in support of HB 4202. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4202, but did not wish to speak: Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4202, but did not wish to speak: Brandon Lanyon, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. Sara Morley LaCroix, representing themselves. Aaron Van Langevelde, representing the Michigan Department of Attorney General. Susie Sherman-Hall, representing the State Public Affairs Committee, Michigan Junior League. Megan Reynolds, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program. Jess Averill, Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. Chair Hope laid before the committee a presentation by the Vera Institute of Justice. Aiden Cotter, Senior Program Associate; and Madeline Bailey, Senior Program Associate, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed


evidence_text: Representative Breen moved to excuse Representatives Tyrone Carter and Mueller 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 9:53 AM. Representative Kara Hope, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to report out HB 4219 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 12-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoskins, Grant, Whitsett, Neeley, Liberati, Farhat, Miller, Tisdel, VanWoerkom, Martin, Roth, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Grant moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 28, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoskins adjourned the meeting at 9:25 AM. Representative Jason Hoskins, Chair Elaine Kupiec Committee Clerk ekupiec@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Conlin moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 7, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4166 before the committee: HB 4166 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 502, 503, 507, 522, 528, 552, 561, and 705 (MCL 380.502, 380.503, 380.507, 380.522, 380.528, 380.552, 380.561, and 380.705), sections 502, 503, 507, 522, 528, 552, and 561 as amended by 2018 PA 601 and section 705 as amended by 2018 PA 23; and to repeal acts and parts of acts.


evidence_text: Representative Stone moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4166. The motion prevailed 9-0- 2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Koleszar, Churches, Shannon, Stone, Weiss, Glanville, Conlin, Edwards, Wegela. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Greene, Johnsen. At 9:07 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:08 AM, Majority Vice Chair Churches called the committee back to order. Representative Koleszar introduced HB 4166, as substitute (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. At 9:18 AM, Majority Vice Chair Churches laid the committee at ease. At 9:19 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid a presentation by the Michigan Department of Education before the committee. Dr. Sue Carnell, Chief Deputy Superintendent, and Mr. Chris Janzer, Assistant Director for the Office of Assessment and Accountability, of the Michigan Department of Education gave a presentation on the A-F system in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Ticheal Jones and Dan Quisenberry representing the Michigan Association of Public School Academies testified with a neutral position on HB 4166 and (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Brad Williams representing the Detroit Regional Chamber testified in opposition to HB 4166. Questions and discussion followed. Lindsay Case Palsrok representing the Business Leaders of Michigan testified in opposition to HB 4166. Questions and discussion followed. Nate Henschel representing the Grand Rapids Chamber testified in opposition to HB 4166. Questions and discussion followed. Matthew Schueller representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents & Administrators testified in support of HB 4166. Lou Steigerwald representing the Superintendent at Norway-Vulcan Area Schools testified in support of HB 4166. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4166, but did not wish to speak: Jason Mancini, representing the Michigan Council of Charter School Authorizers. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4166, but did not wish to speak: Sheryl Kennedy, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Carol Weaver, representing the Detroit Public Schools Community District. Joe DeVault, representing the Macomb ISD. Chris Glass, representing the Education Advocates of West Michigan. Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Peter Spadafore, representing the Michigan Alliance for Student Opportunity. Mike Latvis, representing the Wayne Regional Educational Service Agency. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Dr. David Michelson, representing the Michigan Education Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4166, but did not wish to speak: Molly Macek, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Beth DeShone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project Education Fund.


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to excuse Representative Markkanen from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Koleszar adjourned the meeting at 10:18 AM. Representative Matt Koleszar, Chair Legan Rose Committee Clerk LRose@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Smit moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 7, 2023. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee the Presentation by Promote the Vote with Erica Peresman. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tsernoglou adjourned the meeting at 11:17 AM. Representative Penelope Tsernoglou, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: March 21, 2023


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 7, 2023. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4199 before the committee: HB 4199 (Rep. Conlin) A bill to amend 2014 PA 259, entitled "Michigan national guard tuition assistance act," by amending the title and sections 3 and 4 (MCL 32.433 and 32.434), section 3 as amended by 2016 PA 531. At 12:01 p.m., the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:01 p.m., the Majority Vice-Chair Coleman called the committee back to order. The Chair, the bill sponsor, explained the HB 4199. Questions followed. At 12:08 p.m., the Majority Vice- Chair Coleman laid the committee at ease. At 12:08 p.m., the Chair called the committee back to order. Major General Paul D. Rogers, the Adjutant General of the Michigan National Guard, representing the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), testified in support of HB 4199. Questions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4199, but did not wish to speak: Tim Poxson, representing the American Legion-Department of Michigan; Adam Majestic, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber; and Heather Feuerstein, State Legislative Liaison for the DMVA.


evidence_text: Representative Coleman moved to report out HB 4199 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Conlin, Coleman, Stone, Rogers, Wegela, Bezotte, Martin, St. Germaine. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation given by Major General Rogers, the Director of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Major General Paul D. Rogers, the Adjutant General of the Michigan National Guard, presented an overview of the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Questions and discussion followed. Terry J. Sabo, Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs for Michigan Department of Military Affairs, submitted written testimony.


evidence_text: Representative Stone moved to excuse Representative Markkanen from the meeting. There being no objections, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Representative Stone moved to adjourn; Chair Jennifer Conlin adjourned the meeting at 1:01 p.m. Representative Jennifer Conlin, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov