evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adopt the minutes from the February 4th, 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5333 before the committee: HB 5333 (Rep. Markkanen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 50501, 50502, 50507, and 53503 (MCL 324.50501, 324.50502, 324.50507, and 324.53503), sections 50501 and 50502 as amended by 2004 PA 124 and section 50507 as amended and section 53503 as added by 2018 PA 116.


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evidence_text: Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5333. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 5333 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5333 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Gary Melow, representing Michigan Biomass. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Denise Pallarito, representing the Michigan Association of Timbermen. The Chair laid HB 5401 and HB 5402 before the committee: HB 5401 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 80146 (MCL 324.80146), as amended by 2007 PA 8. HB 5402 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 113, 8701, and 8703 (MCL 600.113, 600.8701, and 600.8703), section 113 as amended by 1996 PA 79, section 8701 as added by 1994 PA 12, and section 8703 as amended by 1996 PA 388. Substitute (H-1) was adopted to HB 5401 on February 4th, 2020. Substitute (H-1) was adopted to HB 5402 on February 4th, 2020. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5401 (H-1), HB 5402 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League.


evidence_text: Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5401 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Eisen moved to refer House Bill No. 5402 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. Jim Stewart and Nicki Polan, representing Michigan Boating Industries Association, testified in opposition to HB 5401 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5463 before the committee: HB 5463 (Rep. Lilly) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 80110 and 80112 (MCL 324.80110 and 324.80112), as amended by 2006 PA 237, and by adding section 80112a. Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 5463. Craig Brunet and Lt. Tom Wanless, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5463. Jim Stewart, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association, testified in opposition to HB 5463. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5463, but did not wish to speak: Tom Frazier, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The Chair laid a presentation by the Michigan Association of Timbermen before the committee: Denise Pallarito, representing the Michigan Association of Timbermen, gave the presentation. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:44 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Chirkun moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 661 before the committee: SB 661 (Sen. Ananich) A bill to amend 1995 PA 279, entitled "Horse racing law of 1995," by amending sections 2, 6a, 8, 9, and 22 (MCL 431.302, 431.306a, 431.308, 431.309, and 431.322), sections 2, 8, 9, and 22 as amended and section 6a as added by 2016 PA 271, and by adding sections 19d and 20a; and to repeal acts and parts of acts. Senator Ananich testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5422, HB 5423, HB 5425 and HB 5424 before the committee: HB 5422 (Rep. Lilly) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," (MCL 445.571 to 445.576) by adding section 4c. HB 5423 (Rep. Iden) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 3c (MCL 445.573c), as amended by 1996 PA 384. HB 5425 (Rep. Sneller) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 14h of chapter XVII (MCL 777.14h), as amended by 2019 PA 49. HB 5424 (Rep. Chirkun) A bill to amend 1976 IL 1, entitled "A petition to initiate legislation to provide for the use of returnable containers for soft drinks, soda water, carbonated natural or mineral water, other nonalcoholic carbonated drink, and for beer, ale, or other malt drink of whatever alcoholic content, and for certain other beverage containers; to provide for the use of unredeemed bottle deposits; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state agencies and officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 4 (MCL 445.574), as amended by 1998 PA 473.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to refer House Bill No. 5422 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hall moved to refer House Bill No. 5423 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Chirkun moved to refer House Bill No. 5424 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to refer House Bill No. 5425 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None. At 10:52 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:53 AM, with all members present, the Chair called the committee back to order. Nelson Clemmens, representing AmRace & Sports, testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Dan Schafer, representing Sports Creek Raceway, testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Jason Uelmen, representing Michigan Horsemen's Benevolent & Protection Association, testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Bill Brooks, representing Firekeepers Casino/Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi, testified in opposition of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Dan Leary, representing United States Trotting Association, testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Brian Turnbull, representing Mayor, City of Northville, testified in opposition of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Pat Sullivan, representing Manager, City of Northville, testified in opposition of SB 661. John, Ed and Mike Carlo, representing Northville Downs, testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Thomas Barrett, representing Michigan Harness Horseman's Association, testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Jacci Woods, representing Motor City Casino Hotel, testified in opposition of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. Louis Theros, representing MGM Grand Detroit, testified in opposition of Questions and discussion followed. Bruce Dall, representing Motor City Casino, testified in opposition of SB 661. Patrick Neely, representing Exacta Systems, testified in support of SB 661. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card with a support of SB 661, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Brett Boyd, Michigan Association of Fairs Gene Chabrier, Xpressbet/TSG The following people submitted a card with a support of SB 661, but did not wish to speak: Ruth Cornwell, representing the St. Joseph County Grange Fair. Lisa Reiff, representing the Michigan Association of Fairs and Exhibitions. Chandler French, representing the Chippewa County Fair. John Currie, representing the Mescosta County Fair. David Roberts, representing the Fowlerville Fair. Claudia Cary, representing the Fowerville Veterinary clinic. Frank Marotta Jr., DVM. Frank Nickels, DVM, MS, DACVS. Cindy Kesler, representing the Grand River Equine Feeds. Jean Ligon, representing the Michigan Horse Council. Tim Roach, representing the Northern Michigan Fair and Racing Association. Ted Boschma, representing the Saddlewood Horseshoe Supply. Kevin Kratz, DVM, representing the Sheridan Ridge Veterinary Clinic. Jeff Beemer, representing the Ed Bock Feeds and Stuff. Pamela Loomis, DVM. Libby Myers, representing the Snow Ridge Farm. Greg West, representing the Greg West Stables. Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 661, but did not wish to speak: Matt Breslin, representing the Greektown. Sean Reed, representing the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe, Soaring Eagle. Kenneth Cole, representing the City of Detroit. The following people submitted a card with no position of SB 661, but did not wish to speak: Dave Murley, representing the Michigan Gaming Control Board. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michael Webber adjourned the meeting at 12:46 PM. Representative Michael Webber, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov Date Adopted: February 18, 2020


evidence_text: Representative Cole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. James Hohman, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy, provided a presentation on Road Bonding. Questions and discussion followed. Brad Williams, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber, provided a presentation in support of Governor Whitmer's proposed plan for Road Bonding. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:02 AM, Chair O'Malley laid the committee at ease. At 11:03 AM, Chair O'Malley called the committee back to order. Craig Thiel, representing the Citizens Research Council, provided a presentation on Principles of a Comprehensive Road Funding Plan in Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Howell moved to excuse Representative Sheppard from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Leutheuser moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4476 before the committee: HB 4476 (Rep. Eisen) A bill to amend 1951 PA 51, entitled "An act to provide for the classification of all public roads, streets, and highways in this state, and for the revision of that classification and for additions to and deletions from each classification; to set up and establish the Michigan transportation fund; to provide for the deposits in the Michigan transportation fund of specific taxes on motor vehicles and motor vehicle fuels; to provide for the allocation of funds from the Michigan transportation fund and the use and administration of the fund for transportation purposes; to promote safe and efficient travel for motor vehicle drivers, bicyclists, pedestrians, and other legal users of roads, streets, and highways; to set up and establish the truck safety fund; to provide for the allocation of funds from the truck safety fund and administration of the fund for truck safety purposes; to set up and establish the Michigan truck safety commission; to establish certain standards for road contracts for certain businesses; to provide for the continuing review of transportation needs within the state; to authorize the state transportation commission, counties, cities, and villages to borrow money, issue bonds, and make pledges of funds for transportation purposes; to authorize counties to advance funds for the payment of deficiencies necessary for the payment of bonds issued under this act; to provide for the limitations, payment, retirement, and security of the bonds and pledges; to provide for appropriations and tax levies by counties and townships for county roads; to authorize contributions by townships for county roads; to provide for the establishment and administration of the state trunk line fund, local bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds; to provide for the deposits in the state trunk line fund, critical bridge fund, comprehensive transportation fund, and certain other funds of money raised by specific taxes and fees; to provide for definitions of public transportation functions and criteria; to define the purposes for which Michigan transportation funds may be allocated; to provide for Michigan transportation fund grants; to provide for review and approval of transportation programs; to provide for submission of annual legislative requests and reports; to provide for the establishment and functions of certain advisory entities; to provide for conditions for grants; to provide for the issuance of bonds and notes for transportation purposes; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local agencies and officials; to provide for the making of loans for transportation purposes by the state transportation department and for the receipt and repayment by local units and agencies of those loans from certain specified sources; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 11c (MCL 247.661c), as amended by 2015 PA 182. Monica Ackerson, representing Michigan Road Preservation Association, testified in opposition to HB 4476. The Chair laid HB 5197 and HB 5198 before the committee: HB 5197 (Rep. Maddock)A bill to amend 1992 PA 116, entitled "Records reproduction act," (MCL 24.401 to 24.406) by adding section 2a. HB 5198 (Rep. Maddock)A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 491 (MCL 750.491), as amended by 2017 PA 182.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5197 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5198 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5197, but did not wish to speak: Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. The Chair returned to HB 4476:


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4476. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 4476 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4476, but did not wish to speak: Troy Hagon, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4476, but did not wish to speak: Ed Noyola, representing the County Road Association. The Chair laid HB 4508 before the committee: HB 4508 (Rep. Webber) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending section 1202 (MCL 500.1202), as amended by 2016 PA 114, and by adding chapter 12b.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4508. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Kahle moved to report out HB 4508 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4508, but did not wish to speak: Bill Zaagman, representing the American International Group. The Chair laid HB 4740 before the committee: HB 4740 (Rep. Miller) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 75102, 75103, and 75104 (MCL 324.75102, 324.75103, and 324.75104), section 75102 as amended by 2016 PA 11, section 75103 as added by 1995 PA 58, and section 75104 as amended by 2012 PA 251.


evidence_text: Representative Bolden moved to report out HB 4740 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4740, but did not wish to speak: Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. The Chair laid HB 4680, HB 4681, HB 4682, HB 4683, HB 4684 and SB 118 before the committee: HB 4680 (Rep. Jones) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803i (MCL 257.803i), as amended by 2011 PA 74. HB 4681 (Rep. Tate) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 803e and 803f (MCL 257.803e and 257.803f), section 803e as amended by 2011 PA 46 and section 803f as amended by 2018 PA 681. HB 4682 (Rep. Sabo) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803n (MCL 257.803n), as amended by 1999 PA 183. HB 4683 (Rep. Howell) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803j (MCL 257.803j), as amended by 1999 PA 183. HB 4684 (Rep. Vaupel) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803k (MCL 257.803k), as amended by 1999 PA 183. SB 118 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 803e (MCL 257.803e), as amended by 2011 PA 46.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to report out HB 4680 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hertel moved to report out HB 4681 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Leutheuser moved to report out HB 4682 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to report out HB 4683 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to report out HB 4684 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to SB 118. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to report out SB 118 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at 10:42 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the (S-1) version SB 696. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report SB 696 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall, Zorn, Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 696 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 659 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Nesbitt, Sen.(s) Theis, Johnson, Lauwers, VanderWall and Zorn. Nays: None Pass: Sen.(s) Moss, Polehanki, and Wojno. The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 659. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 3:21 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to adopt the meeting minutes from February 4, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:45 p.


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


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


evidence_text: Representative Allor moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation by the Office of the Auditor General on the IT Task Force recommendations before the committee. Melissa Schuiling and Keith Edwards, representing the Office of the Auditor General, gave a presentation. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid a presentation on the Executive Budget Recommendation before the committee. Mary Ann Cleary, Director of the House Fiscal Agency, gave a presentation on the Executive Budget Recommendation. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to excuse Representatives Pagan, Cherry and Kennedy from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Shane Hernandez adjourned the meeting at 10:00 AM. Representative Shane Hernandez, Chair Matt Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 5103 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen(s). VanderWall, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 5103. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 4712 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen(s). VanderWall, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4712. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to report HB 4713 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lucido, Sen(s). VanderWall, Johnson, Runestad, Chang, and Irwin. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to recommend immediate effect for HB 4713. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 9:44 a.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lucido to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 756. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report the (S-1) version of SB 756 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 756 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lucido to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 757. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McBroom to report the (S-1) version of SB 757 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Johnson, Sen.(s) McBroom, Lucido, VanderWall, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 757 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 12:39 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 692. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report the (S-1) version of SB 692 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 692. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 712. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to report the (S-1) version of SB 712 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 712. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Daley to report SB 713 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 713. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Alexander to report SB 762 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Zorn, Sen.(s) Johnson, Daley, Alexander, and Moss. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 762. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:47 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from the February 6, 2020 meeting. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:31 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:34 p.


evidence_text: Representative Bolden moved to report out SB 68 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5421 before the committee: HB 5421 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 539c (MCL 750.539c). The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5421, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Chiefs of Police.


evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5421. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report out HB 5421 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HR 227 before the committee: HR 227 (Rep. Eisen) A resolution to reaffirm the right of Michigan residents to keep and bear arms under the Constitution of the State of Michigan of 1963 and the Constitution of the United States. The following people submitted a card in support of HR 227, but did not wish to speak: Brady Schickinger, representing the Michigan Coalition for Responsible Gun Owners. Representative LaGrand offered the following amendments to HR 227: 1. Amend page 1, line 1, after "of" by inserting "every person in". 2. Amend page 1, line 1, after "Michigan" by striking out "residents". 3. Amend page 1, line 8, after "allows" by inserting "every person in". 4. Amend page 1, line 8, after "Michigan" by striking out "citizens". 5. Amend page 2, line 5, after "of" by inserting "every person in". 6. Amend page 2, line 5, after "Michigan" by striking out "residents". 7. Amend page 2, line 8, after the first "the" by striking out "citizens" and inserting "people". 8. Amend page 2, line 13, after "of" by inserting "every person in". 9. Amend page 2, line 13, after "Michigan" by striking out "residents".


evidence_text: Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendments to HR 227. The motion did not prevail 5-7-1: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra, Elder, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Wozniak. Pass: Rep. Berman. At 9:32 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:35 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative LaGrand offered the following amendments to HR 227: 1. Amend page 1, line 3, after "States" by inserting a comma and "and to encourage the Congress of the United States to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the United States". 2. Amend page 2, line 15, after "States" by inserting a comma and "and be it further Resolved, That we encourage the Congress of the United States to propose an amendment to the Constitution of the United States which repeals the portion of the Second Amendment stating "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State", and be it further Resolved, That copies of this resolution be transmitted to the President of the United States Senate, the Speaker of the House of Representatives, and the members of the Michigan congressional delegation.".


evidence_text: Representative LaGrand moved to adopt the amendments to HR 227. The motion did not prevail 4-8-1: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra, Yancey, Bolden. Nays: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak. Pass: Rep. Elder.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to report out HR 227 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-3-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Filler, LaFave, Farrington, Howell, Steven Johnson, Rendon, Berman, Wozniak, Elder. Nays: Reps. LaGrand, Guerra, Bolden. Pass: Rep. Yancey. There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Filler adjourned the meeting at 9:37 AM. Representative Graham Filler, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Rendon moved to adopt the minutes from the February 11th , 2020 meeting. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5463 before the committee: HB 5463 (Rep. Lilly) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 80110 and 80112 (MCL 324.80110 and 324.80112), as amended by 2006 PA 237, and by adding section 80112a. Representative Lilly testified in support of HB 5463 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. Craig Brunet, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 5463 (H-1). Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5463 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Nicki Polan, representing the Michigan Boating Industries Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5463 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League.


evidence_text: Representative Pohutsky moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5463. The motion prevailed 9-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Calley moved to refer House Bill No. 5463 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Howell, Wakeman, Calley, Reilly, Rendon, Eisen, Sowerby, Cambensy, Pohutsky. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 714 before the committee: SB 714 (Sen. Victory) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 32312, 32312a, and 32510 (MCL 324.32312, 324.32312a, and 324.32510), section 32312 as amended by 2019 PA 84, section 32312a as added by 1997 PA 126, and section 32510 as added by 1995 PA 59, and by adding sections 32312c and 32517. Amber Vroman, representing Senator Victory's Office, testified in support of SB 714. Questions and discussion followed. Pam Stille testified in support of SB 714. Questions and discussion followed. Ron Wilson, representing the Great Lakes Coalition, testified in support of SB 714. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 714, but did not wish to speak: Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Bankers Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to SB 714, but did not wish to speak: Tim Minotas, representing the Sierra Club. Nick Occhipinti, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Tom Zimnicki, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Howell adjourned the meeting at 12:56 PM. Representative Gary Howell, Chair Amy Rostkowycz Committee Clerk arostkowycz@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4686 before the committee: HB 4686 (Rep. Berman) A bill to amend 1996 IL 1, entitled "Michigan gaming control and revenue act," by amending section 25 (MCL 432.225), as added by 1997 PA 69.


evidence_text: Representative Berman moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4686. The motion prevailed 15-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Webber, Berman, Crawford, Farrington, Frederick, Hoitenga, Filler, Hall, Wendzel, Chirkun, Liberati, Cambensy, Jones, Garza, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Berman testified in support of HB 4686. Questions and discussion followed. Michael Burke, representing the Michigan Association on Problem Gambling, testified in support of HB 4686. Questions and discussion followed. Dave Murley, representing the Michigan Gaming Control Board, testified in support of HB 4686. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid SB 711 before the committee: SB 711 (Sen. Bumstead) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 109 (MCL 436.1109), as amended by 2018 PA 409, and by adding section 504. Travis Chapman, representing Senator Bumstead, testified in support of SB 711. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on SB 711, but did not wish to speak: Kerry Krone, representing the Michigan Liquor Control Commission. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 711, but did not wish to speak: Brett Visner, representing the Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Michael Webber adjourned the meeting at 11:07 AM. Representative Michael Webber, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Sheppard moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4170 before the committee: HB 4170 (Rep. Kahle) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2080) by adding section 6b. Representative Kahle testified in support of HB 4170.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to refer House Bill No. 4170 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 12-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Yancey. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4170, but did not wish to speak: Mark Polsdofer, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4170, but did not wish to speak: Sergeant Nicole McGhee, representing the Michigan State Police. The Chair laid HB 4475 before the committee: HB 4475 (Rep. Elder) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2081) by adding section 1090. Representative Elder and Representative Wakeman, joined by Ann Gould, mother of Sergeant Kristopher Gould, all testified in support of HB 4475.


evidence_text: Representative Howell moved to refer House Bill No. 4475 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 12-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Yancey. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4475, but did not wish to speak: Mark Polsdofer, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4475, but did not wish to speak: Ann Gould, representing the mother of Sergeant Kristopher Gould. The Chair laid HB 5113 before the committee: HB 5113 (Rep. Hoitenga) A bill to amend 2001 PA 142, entitled "Michigan memorial highway act," (MCL 250.1001 to 250.2084) by adding section 55a. Representative Hoitenga testified in support of HB 5113. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Howell moved to refer House Bill No. 5113 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 12-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. O'Malley, Eisen, Cole, Sheppard, Alexander, Bellino, Howell, Afendoulis, Sneller, Clemente, Haadsma, Shannon. Nays: Rep. Yancey. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Jack O'Malley adjourned the meeting at 11:00 AM. Representative Jack O'Malley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Horn to report HB 4266 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sens. Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman, McCann, Brinks, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 4266. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Barrett to report HB 5266 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Lauwers, Sens. Horn, LaSata, Nesbitt, Barrett, Bumstead, Outman, McCann, Brinks, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5266. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:09 p.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 4:09 p.


evidence_text: Representative Sneller moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4806 and HB 5445 before the committee: HB 4806 (Rep. Schroeder) A bill to amend 1939 PA 3, entitled "An act to provide for the regulation and control of public and certain private utilities and other services affected with a public interest within this state; to provide for alternative energy suppliers; to provide for licensing; to include municipally owned utilities and other providers of energy under certain provisions of this act; to create a public service commission and to prescribe and define its powers and duties; to abolish the Michigan public utilities commission and to confer the powers and duties vested by law on the public service commission; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide for the continuance, transfer, and completion of certain matters and proceedings; to abolish automatic adjustment clauses; to prohibit certain rate increases without notice and hearing; to qualify residential energy conservation programs permitted under state law for certain federal exemption; to create a fund; to encourage the utilization of resource recovery facilities; to prohibit certain acts and practices of providers of energy; to allow for the securitization of stranded costs; to reduce rates; to provide for appeals; to provide appropriations; to declare the effect and purpose of this act; to prescribe remedies and penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending the title and sections 10g, 10h, and 10q (MCL 460.10g, 460.10h, and 460.10q), the title as amended by 2016 PA 341, section 10g as amended by 2008 PA 286, section 10h as added by 2000 PA 142, and section 10q as added by 2000 PA 141. HB 5445 (Rep. Schroeder) A bill to regulate persons that provide electric vehicle charging services; to require registration of certain persons that provide electric vehicle charging services; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities. Nathan Kark and Tim White, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, testified in opposition to HB 5445. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4806, but did not wish to speak: Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Council. Mike Alaimo, representing Clean Fuels Michigan. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5445, but did not wish to speak: Laura Sherman, representing the Michigan Energy Innovation Council. Mike Alaimo, representing Clean Fuels Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5445, but did not wish to speak: Tim Ward, representing Tesla. The following people submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4806 and HB 5445, but did not wish to speak: Charlotte Jameson, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4806 and HB 5445, but did not wish to speak: Ed Rivet, representing the Michigan Conservative Energy Forum.


evidence_text: Representative Markkanen moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4806. The motion prevailed 17-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Lower, Filler, Markkanen, Mueller, O'Malley, Schroeder, Lasinski, Sneller, Tyrone Carter, Haadsma, Kuppa, Manoogian, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to refer HB 4806 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 12-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Lower, Filler, Markkanen, Mueller, O'Malley, Schroeder, Kuppa, Manoogian. Nays: Reps. Lasinski, Sneller, Tyrone Carter, Haadsma, Shannon. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5445. The motion prevailed 13- 4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Lower, Filler, Markkanen, Mueller, O'Malley, Schroeder, Sneller, Kuppa, Manoogian. Nays: Reps. Lasinski, Tyrone Carter, Haadsma, Shannon. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Filler moved to reconsider the vote by which the substitute (H-2) to HB 5445 was adopted. The motion prevailed 16-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Filler, Markkanen, Mueller, O'Malley, Schroeder, Lasinski, Sneller, Tyrone Carter, Haadsma, Kuppa, Manoogian, Shannon. Nays: Rep. Lower. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5445. The motion prevailed 17- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Lower, Filler, Markkanen, Mueller, O'Malley, Schroeder, Lasinski, Sneller, Tyrone Carter, Haadsma, Kuppa, Manoogian, Shannon. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to refer HB 5445 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 12-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bellino, Wendzel, Alexander, Frederick, Lower, Filler, Markkanen, Mueller, O'Malley, Schroeder, Kuppa, Manoogian. Nays: Reps. Lasinski, Sneller, Tyrone Carter, Haadsma, Shannon. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chairman Bellino adjourned the meeting at 9:25 AM. Representative Joseph Bellino, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5296 before the committee: HB 5296 (Rep. Hornberger) A bill to amend 1846 RS 84, entitled "Of divorce," (MCL 552.1 to 552.45) by adding section 6a.


evidence_text: Representative Rendon moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5296. Representative Pamela Hornberger, the bill sponsor, explained the substitute (H-1) to HB 5296. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda Carter, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Merrill Gordon, an attorney representing himself, testified in opposition to HB 5296. A copy of his written testimony is attached. Carlo J. Martina, P.C., representing State Bar of Michigan Family Law Council, testified in support of HB 5296 as a (H-1) substitute. Questions followed. A copy of his written testimony is attached. James J. Harrington, III, an Attorney and former Chair of the Family Law Council-Section, submitted written testimony in support of the Chair on HB 5296. Rebecca Shiemke, A Family Law Attorney for Michigan Poverty Law Program, submitted written testimony and a testimony card in support of HB 5292 as a (H-1) substitute. Kathy Hagenian, Executive Policy Director at Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, submitted a testimony card in support of HB 5296, but did not wish to speak.


evidence_text: Representative Cynthia Johnson moved to refer HB 5296 to the committee on Judiciary, with recommendation as a substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Crawford, Rendon, Farrington, Hoitenga, Wozniak, Garrett, Liberati, Brenda Carter, Cynthia Johnson. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5443 and HB 5444 before the committee: HB 5443 (Rep. Crawford) A bill to create the kinship caregiver advisory council; to prescribe the membership of the council; to prescribe the powers and duties of the kinship caregiver advisory council; to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state departments and agencies; to allow for appropriations to carry out the provisions of this act; and to promulgate rules to carry out the purposes of this act. HB 5444 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to create the kinship caregiver navigator program; to provide for resources and services for kinship caregivers; to make appropriations for the kinship caregiver navigator program; and to prescribe the powers and duties for certain state departments and agencies. The Chair explained her bill, HB 5443, and written handouts, which are attached. Representative Frank Liberati, the bill sponsor, explained HB 5444, and his written testimony, which is attached. Questions followed. Cathe Hoover, Adoption/Guardianship/Permanency Program Manager in the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, testified in support of HB 5443 and HB 544. Questions followed. Alicia Guevara Warren, Director of Michigan State University Kinship Care Resource Center, testified in support of HB 5443 and HB 5444. Questions followed. A copy of her written testimony is attached. Christine Vanlandingham, Chief Operating Officer at Region IV Area Agency on Aging, and a grandparent caregiver, testified in support of HB 5443 and HB 5444. Questions followed. The following individuals submitted a testimony card in support of HB 5443 and HB 544, but did not wish to speak: Jason Lachowski, representing AARP of Michigan; Ron Tatro, Vice President at Elder Law of Michigan; Dan Jarvis, Director of Research and Public Policy for Michigan Family Forum; Rebecca Shiemke, A Family Law Attorney for Michigan Poverty Law Program; Kathy Hagenian, Executive Policy Director at Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence; Janet Reynolds Snyder, the executive director of the Michigan Federation for Children and Families; and Robert Dorigo Jones, Policy and Outreach Coordinator at Michigan’s Children. There being no further business before the committee,


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adjourn the committee. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 10:14 a.m. Representative Kathy Crawford, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Crawford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4035 before the committee: HB 4035 (Rep. Ellison) A bill to prohibit a local unit of government from enacting or enforcing an ordinance, policy, resolution, or rule that regulates a dog based upon the breed or perceived breed of the dog; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental entities.


evidence_text: Representative Ellison moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4035. The motion prevailed 12-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lower, Crawford, Calley, Howell, Eisen, Markkanen, Paquette, Ellison, Sowerby, Garza, Hope, Kuppa. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Ellison and Richard Angelo, representing the Best Friends Animals Society, testified in support of HB 4035. Questions and discussion followed. Alissa Sullivan, representing the Hazel Park City Council, testified in support of HB 4035. Vaughn Wagner, a resident of Waterford Township, testified in opposition to HB 4035. Constance Cumbey, a resident of Lake Orion, testified in opposition to HB 4035. Ann Marie Rogers, representing Responsible Citizens for Public Safety, testified in opposition to HB 4035. Lauren Saper, representing the Humane Society of Huron Valley, testified in support of HB 4035. Steve Britton, representing the Newfoundland Club of America, and Bee Friedlander, representing the Animal Law Section of the Michigan State Bar, testified in support of HB 4035. Lana Mangiapane, a resident of Rochester, testified in opposition to HB 4035. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4035, but did not wish to speak: Herasanna Richards, representing the Michigan Municipal League. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4035, but did not wish to speak: Amy Drumm, representing the Michigan Retailers Association. Molly Tamulevich, representing the Humane Society of the United States. Nathan Kark, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development. Courtney Protz-Sanders, representing Paws for Life and Make Michigan Next. Danielle End, representing Citizens Against Breed Discrimination. Michigan Humane Society. Michigan Pet Fund Alliance. Michigan Political Advocacy Committee for Animals. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4035, but did not wish to speak: Deborah Walker, a resident of Burton. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lower adjourned the meeting at 12:49 PM. Representative James Lower, Chair Molly Wingrove Committee Clerk mwingrove@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 269 before the committee: SB 269 (Sen. Geiss) A bill to amend 1941 PA 122, entitled "An act to establish the revenue collection duties of the department of treasury; to prescribe its powers and duties as the revenue collection agency of this state; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the state treasurer; to establish the collection duties of certain other state departments for money or accounts owed to this state; to regulate the importation, stamping, and disposition of certain tobacco products; to provide for the transfer of powers and duties now vested in certain other state boards, commissions, departments, and offices; to prescribe certain duties of and require certain reports from the department of treasury; to provide procedures for the payment, administration, audit, assessment, levy of interests or penalties on, and appeals of taxes and tax liability; to prescribe its powers and duties if an agreement to act as agent for a city to administer, collect, and enforce the city income tax act on behalf of a city is entered into with any city; to provide an appropriation; to abolish the state board of tax administration; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to declare the effect of this act," (MCL 205.1 to 205.31) by adding section 4a.


evidence_text: Representative Farrington moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to SB 269. The motion prevailed 15- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Whitsett offered the following amendment to SB 269 (H-3): 1. Amend page 4, following line 9, by inserting: "(6) In addition to the requirements under part 1 of the income tax act of 1967, 1967 PA 281, MCL 206.1 to 206.532, for the 2021 tax year and each tax year after 2021, the department shall post on the department's website and include in the instruction booklet that accompanies the annual return both of the following: (a) A clear and concise statement informing the taxpayer that the taxpayer protection act requires a paid tax preparer to sign a return and provide his or her preparer tax identification number. (b) Contact information for the department's fraud unit." and renumbering the remaining subsections. Representative Whitsett spoke to her amendment.


evidence_text: Representative Whitsett moved to adopt the amendment to SB 269 (H-3). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Steven Johnson, Hall, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 269, but did not wish to speak: Tyrone Sanders, representing H&R Block. Brandon Betz, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.


evidence_text: Representative Whitsett moved to refer Senate Bill No. 269 as amended, as substitute (H-4) to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 14-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Afendoulis, Lower, Vaupel, Webber, Farrington, Hall, O'Malley, Schroeder, Yancey, Wittenberg, Ellison, Lasinski, Robinson, Whitsett. Nays: Rep. Steven Johnson. Pass: None. The Chair laid before the committee the following: Presentation from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation Amanda Bright-McClanahan, representing Michigan Economic Development Corporation, testified regarding the presentation. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lynn Afendoulis adjourned the meeting at 11:25 AM. Representative Lynn Afendoulis, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 11, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5341, HB 5342, HB 5343, HB 5344, HB 5345, HB 5346, HB 5347, HB 5348, HB 5349, HB 5350, HB 5351, HB 5352, HB 5353, HB 5354, HB 5355 and HB 5400 before the committee: HB 5341 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 407 (MCL 436.1407). HB 5342 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 203 (MCL 436.1203), as amended by 2016 PA 520. HB 5343 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," (MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303) by adding section 203a. HB 5344 (Rep. Wendzel) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 609c (MCL 436.1609c), as added by 2017 PA 130. HB 5345 (Rep. Wentworth) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 409 (MCL 436.1409), as amended by 2014 PA 48. HB 5346 (Rep. Wentworth) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 301 (MCL 436.1301), as amended by 2014 PA 49. HB 5347 (Rep. Garza) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 526 (MCL 436.1526), as added by 2008 PA 258. HB 5348 (Rep. Garza) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 502 (MCL 436.1502), as added by 2017 PA 129. HB 5349 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 401 (MCL 436.1401). HB 5350 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 307 (MCL 436.1307), as amended by 2018 PA 406. HB 5351 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 111 (MCL 436.1111), as amended by 2018 PA 415. HB 5352 (Rep. Filler) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," (MCL 436.1101 to 436.2303) by adding section 602. HB 5353 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 537 (MCL 436.1537), as amended by 2018 PA 560. HB 5354 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 405 (MCL 436.1405), as amended by 2014 PA 353. HB 5355 (Rep. Cambensy) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 609a (MCL 436.1609a), as added by 2016 PA 81. HB 5400 (Rep. Garza) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 109 (MCL 436.1109), as amended by 2018 PA 409. Representative Wendzel testified in support of HB 5341, HB 5342, HB 5343, HB 5344, HB 5345, HB 5346, HB 5347, HB 5348, HB 5349, HB 5350, HB 5351, HB 5352, HB 5353, HB 5354, HB 5355 and HB 5400. Scott Newman-Bale, representing Michigan Brewers Guild, testified in support of HB 5341, HB 5342, HB 5343, HB 5344, HB 5345, HB 5346, HB 5347, HB 5348, HB 5349, HB 5350, HB 5351, HB 5352, HB 5353, HB 5354, HB 5355 and HB 5400. Brett Visner, representing Michigan Beer and Wine Wholesalers Association, testified in support of HB 5341, HB 5342, HB 5343, HB 5344, HB 5345, HB 5346, HB 5347, HB 5348, HB 5349, HB 5350, HB 5351, HB 5352, HB 5353, HB 5354, HB 5355 and HB 5400.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5341. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5341 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5342. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5342 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5343. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5343 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Leutheuser moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5344. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5344 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5345. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Kahle moved to report out HB 5345 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5346. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5346 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hauck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5347. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hertel moved to report out HB 5347 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5348. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Byrd moved to report out HB 5348 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5349. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5349 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5350. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Kahle moved to report out HB 5350 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Griffin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5351. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to report out HB 5351 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5352. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to report out HB 5352 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5353. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Byrd moved to report out HB 5353 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hertel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5354. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bolden moved to report out HB 5354 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5355. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bolden moved to report out HB 5355 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to report out HB 5400 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5343, but did not wish to speak: John Bogucki, representing the Round Barn Brewery and Public House. The Chair laid HB 5097 and HB 5253 before the committee: HB 5097 (Rep. Iden) A bill to amend 2005 PA 244, entitled "Deferred presentment service transactions act," by amending the title and sections 2, 11, 13, 15, 17, 22, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 45, and 53 (MCL 487.2122, 487.2131, 487.2133, 487.2135, 487.2137, 487.2142, 487.2151, 487.2152, 487.2153, 487.2154, 487.2155, 487.2156, 487.2165, and 487.2173), section 2 as amended by 2016 PA 140 and section 35 as amended by 2016 PA 141, and by adding sections 31a and 32a. HB 5253 (Rep. Gay-Dagnogo) A bill to amend 2005 PA 244, entitled "Deferred presentment service transactions act," by amending section 51 (MCL 487.2171). Representative Gay-Dagnogo testified in support of HB 5253.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-3) to HB 5097. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt substitute (H-4) to HB 5097. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Warren moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5253. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Iden, Lilly, Leutheuser, Griffin, Hauck, Kahle, Meerman, Warren, Byrd, Hertel, Bolden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5253, but did not wish to speak: Ron Hicks, representing Advance America. Michigan Credit Union League. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5097, but did not wish to speak: Ron Hicks, representing Advance America. John Rabenold, representing Axcess Financial. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5097, but did not wish to speak: Kelly Bidelman, representing the Center for Civil Justice. Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Dave Blaszkiewicz, representing Invest Detroit. Sandra Pearson, representing the Habitat For Humanity of Michigan. Nancy Lindman, representing the United Way of Michigan. Rebecca O'Connell, representing Lake Trust Credit Union. Angela Clock, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services. Peter Ruark, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Michigan Credit Union League. Jessica AcMoody, representing the Community Economic Development Association of Michigan. Lorray Brown, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program. Galyn Barnum, representing Housing Resources Inc.. Pat Taylor, representing the Kalamazoo Eastside Neighborhood Association. Stephanie Hoffman, representing Open Doors Kalamazoo. Sonja Dean, representing the Local Initiatives Support Coalition of Kalamazoo. Dennis West, representing Northern Initiatives. Ruth Johnson, representing the Community Development Advocates of Detroit. Michelle LaJoie, representing the Community Action Alger-Marquette. Dennis Sturtevant, representing the Dwelling Place of Grand Rapids. Jeremy DeRoo, representing LINC Up. Dana Christian, representing the New Hope Community Development. Charlotte Smith, representing the Local Initiatives Support Coalition of Flint. Kwaku Osei, representing the Cooperative Capital. Gabriella Barthlow, representing the Alpha Advertising Group. Orletta Caldwell, representing the Metropolitan Christian Council of Detroit and Windsor. Dallas Leneur, representing Project Green. Hank Hubbard, representing One Detroit Credit Union. Greg Hull, representing the Genesee County Habitat for Humanity. Bridget Staffileno, representing the Jolt Credit Union and Catholic Federal Credit Union. Bridget Healy, representing the United Way of Washtenaw County. Jane MacKenzie, representing Northern Homes. Suzanne Van Dam, representing Circles and Friends in Deed. Thomas Edmiston, representing Cinnaire. Richard Cannon, representing the Hearts for Homes Inc. and Church of the Messiah Housing Corporation. Monica Schuyler, representing the Pennies from Heaven Foundation. Martin Carter, representing Astera Credit Union. Joel Ruiter, representing Home Repair Services. Joan Nelson, representing the Allen Neighborhood Center. Helen Lehman, representing the New Development Corporation. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at 11:06 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Lauwers to report HB 5174 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Theis, Sen.(s) Lauwers, LaSata, Nesbitt, Daley, Barrett, Geiss, Bullock, and McMorrow. Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for HB 5174. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. McMorrow to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Senator Horn was excused from the meeting.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 370. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed, and (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 370 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed, and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 371. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed, and (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Chang to report SB 371 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Runestad, Sen.(s) Nesbitt, Daley, Bumstead, VanderWall, Chang and Alexander Nays: None The motion prevailed, and the bill was reported.


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


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon, supported by Sen. Schmidt, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 5, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 16, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HR 216 before the committee: HR 216 (Rep. Anthony) A resolution to urge Major League Baseball to continue its support for minor-league baseball teams. Representative Sarah Anthony explained HR 126, and introduced the Mayor of the City of Lansing, Andy Schor, who testified in support of HR 216. Questions and discussion followed. The following individuals submitted a testimony card in support of HR 216, but did not wish to speak: John Lindley, representing the Great Lakes Bay Regional Alliance; Eric Friedman, Director of State Government Affairs at The Dow Chemical Company, representing the Lansing Lugnuts, Great Lakes Loons, and West Michigan White Caps teams; and Steve Japinga, Vice President of Public Affairs for Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce.


evidence_text: Representative Cambensy moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HR 216. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Schroeder, Wakeman, Wozniak, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hope moved to report out HR 216 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that then resolution be adopted. The motion prevailed 10-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Schroeder, Wakeman, Wozniak, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. . The Chair laid SB 493 and SB 494 before the committee: SB 493 (Sen. Stamas) A bill to amend 2005 PA 210, entitled "Commercial rehabilitation act," by amending section 16 (MCL 207.856), as amended by 2015 PA 218. SB 494 (Sen. Stamas) A bill to amend 1978 PA 255, entitled "Commercial redevelopment act," by amending section 18 (MCL 207.668), as amended by 2008 PA 227. John Avery, Executive Director for the Michigan Economic Developers Association, submitted a testimony card in support of SB 493 and SB 494, but did not wish to speak. The following individuals submitted a testimony card in support of SB 493, but did not wish to speak: Malinda Jensen, Senior Vice President of Government Affairs for Detroit Economic Growth Corporation; Nicole Nystrom, representing the Quicken Loans; and Mary Myers, Director of Business Development for Lake Superior Community Partnership.


evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to refer SB 493 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 10-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Schroeder, Wakeman, Wozniak, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to refer SB 494 to the committee on Ways and Means. The motion prevailed 10-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Schroeder, Wakeman, Wozniak, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. The Chair laid SB 306 before the committee: SB 306 (Sen. MacGregor) A bill to amend 1961 PA 120, entitled "An act to authorize the development or redevelopment of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to permit the creation of certain boards; to provide for the operation of principal shopping districts and business improvement districts; to provide for the creation, operation, and dissolution of business improvement zones; and to authorize the collection of revenue and the bonding of certain local governmental units for the development or redevelopment projects," by amending sections 1, 5, 10, 10b, 10c, 10e, 10f, 10g, 10h, 10j, 10k, and 10l (MCL 125.981, 125.985, 125.990, 125.990b, 125.990c, 125.990e, 125.990f, 125.990g, 125.990h, 125.990j, 125.990k, and 125.990l), sections 1 and 5 as amended by 2003 PA 209, sections 10, 10c, 10f, 10g, and 10k as amended by 2018 PA 262, sections 10b, 10e, 10h, and 10l as amended by 2013 PA 126, and section 10j as added by 2001 PA 260. The following individuals submitted a testimony card in support of SB 306, but did not wish to speak: John Avery, Executive Director for the Michigan Economic Developers Association, and Greg Bird, Managing Director of Legislative and External Affairs at the Michigan Economic Development Corporation.


evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to SB 306. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Reilly, Schroeder, Wakeman, Wozniak, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to refer SB 306 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Marino, Wendzel, Schroeder, Wakeman, Wozniak, Cambensy, Camilleri, Hope, Manoogian, Robinson. Nays: Rep. Reilly. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee,


evidence_text: Representative Wakeman moved to adjourn the Committee. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair adjourned the meeting at 9:30 a.m. Representative Steve Marino, Chair Joy Brewer Committee Clerk joybrewer@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to adopt the meeting minutes from January 30, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5178 before the committee: HB 5178 (Rep. Vaupel) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," (MCL 330.1001 to 330.2106) by adding section 206a.


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5178. The motion prevailed 19- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Frederick moved to refer HB 5178 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 19-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Vaupel, Frederick, Alexander, Calley, Hornberger, Lower, Whiteford, Afendoulis, Filler, Mueller, Wozniak, Liberati, Garrett, Clemente, Ellison, Koleszar, Pohutsky, Stone, Witwer. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5465 before the committee: HB 5465 (Rep. Vaupel) A bill to establish a rare disease review committee within the department of health and human services and to prescribe its powers and duties; and to prescribe the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities. Chairman Vaupel turned the gavel over to Majority Vice Chairman Frederick, the time being 10:40AM. Chairman Vaupel testified in support of HB 5465. Chairman Vaupel returned to the gavel, the time being 10:44AM. Heidi Ross, representing National Organization for Rare Disorders, testified in support of HB 5465. Questions and discussion followed. Gabe Basso, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield Michigan, testified in support of HB 5465. Sid Kraizman, representing Michigan Alexander Graham Bell Association, testified in support of HB 5465. Chairman Vaupel laid before the committee a presentation by C.S. Mott University of Michigan Congenital Heart Center and Representative Calley. Representative Calley and Dr. Sara Pasquali gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Hank Vaupel adjourned the meeting at 11:23 AM. Representative Hank Vaupel, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Reilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5426 and HB 5427 before the committee: HB 5426 (Rep. Hall) A bill to amend 2017 PA 132, entitled "Cyber civilian corps act," by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 (MCL 18.222, 18.223, 18.224, 18.225, 18.226, and 18.227). HB 5427 (Rep. VanWoerkom) A bill to amend 2017 PA 132, entitled "Cyber civilian corps act," by amending sections 9 and 10 (MCL 18.229 and 18.230). Chair Hall spoke to the proposed substitute (H-1) to HB 5426.


evidence_text: Representative Webber moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5426. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, Steven Johnson, LaFave, Schroeder, Camilleri, LaGrand. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Steven Johnson moved to refer House Bill No. 5426 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, Steven Johnson, LaFave, Schroeder, Camilleri, LaGrand. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Hall spoke to the proposed substitute (H-1) to HB 5427.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5427. The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, Steven Johnson, LaFave, Schroeder, Camilleri, LaGrand. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Schroeder moved to refer House Bill No. 5427 to the committee on Ways and Means, with recommendation as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 8-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hall, Reilly, Webber, Steven Johnson, LaFave, Schroeder, Camilleri, LaGrand. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid before the committee the following: Office of the Auditor General Report on the Food and Dairy Division, Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, January 2020 #791-0200-12F Melissa Schuiling and Joel McComb, representing the Office of the Auditor General, testified regarding the Audit report. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative LaFave moved to excuse Representative Cynthia Johnson from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Matt Hall adjourned the meeting at 11:15 AM. Representative Matt Hall, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lilly moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2020. There being no objection, the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4340 before the committee: HB 4340 (Rep. Reilly) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 40112 (MCL 324.40112), as amended by 2015 PA 12. Adam de Angeli, representing Representative Reilly's Office, testified in support of HB 4340. Amy Trotter, representing Michigan United Conservation Clubs, testified in support of HB 4340. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4340, but did not wish to speak: Jim Pryce, representing the Tri-County Sportsmen's League. Jim Wale, representing the Michigan State United Coonhunters Association. Dave Johnson, representing the UP Sportsmen's Association. Joe Hudson, representing the UP Bear Houndsmen Association. Roger Thorman, representing the Michigan Fox Hunters Association. Tim Dusterwinkle, representing the Michigan Bear Hunters Association. Mike Thorman, representing the Michigan Hunting Dog Federation. Dale Hendershot, representing the Michigan Trappers and Predator Callers Association. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4340, but did not wish to speak: Merissa Kovach, representing the ACLU of Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Rep. Brandt Iden adjourned the meeting at 10:55 AM. Representative Brandt Iden, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the meeting minutes from February 13, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 669. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of SB 669 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, and Theis Nays: Sen.(s) Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 669 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 671. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report the (S-1) version of SB 671 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Santana, and Wojno Nays: Sen. Hertel The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 671 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to report SB 672 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, and Theis Nays: Sen.(s) Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 672. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report SB 673 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, and Theis Nays: Sen.(s) Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 673. Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Theis to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 674. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Bizon to report the (S-1) version of SB 674 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, and Theis Nays: Sen.(s) Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to recommend immediate effect for SB 674 (S-1). Without objection, immediate effect was recommended.


evidence_text: The Chair made a motion to reconsider the vote by which the (S-1) version of SB 671 was reported. Without objection, the vote was reconsidered.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald to report the (S-1) version of SB 671 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair VanderWall, Sen.(s) Bizon, Johnson, LaSata, MacDonald, Theis, Brinks, Hertel, Santana, and Wojno Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:28 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Nesbitt to adopt the meeting minutes from the February 13, 2020 meeting. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the meeting. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 1:47 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. VanderWall to adopt the meeting minutes from February 6, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. MacDonald, supported by Sen. Bizon, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 13, 2020. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.