evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4019 before the committee: Representative Bierlein testified in support of HB 4019. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4019, but did not wish to speak: James Hohman, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The Chair laid HB 4014 before the committee: Representative Slagh testified in support of HB 4014. Questions and discussions followed. Sarah Berry testified in support of HB 4014. Questions and discussions followed.   HB 4019 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 471a. HB 4014 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 27a (MCL 211.27a), as amended by 2016 PA 375. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4014, but did not wish to speak: Brad Ward, representing Michigan Realtors. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. The Chair laid HB 4098 and HB 4099 before the committee: Representative Outman, joined by Representative Frisbie, testified in support of HB 4098 and HB 4099. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4098 and HB 4099, but did not wish to speak: Randy Gross, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tisdel adjourned the meeting at 10:59 AM. Representative Mark Tisdel, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov HB 4098 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1973 PA 186, entitled "Tax tribunal act," by amending sections 26 and 34 (MCL 205.726 and 205.734), section 26 as amended by 2008 PA 126 and section 34 as amended by 1980 PA 437. HB 4099 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2023 PA 214.


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evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. Chair Outman laid before the committee a presentation from the County Road Association. Denise Donohue and Ed Noyola, both representing the County Road Association, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Outman laid before the committee a presentation from the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association. Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Outman laid before the committee a presentation from the Michigan Municipal League. John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to excuse Reps. Bohnak, Grant and Wilson from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Outman adjourned the meeting at 1:26 PM.   Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 1:46. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Cherry, supported by Senator Bayer, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, without objection, to adjourn the committee at 11:07 a.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4150 before the committee: Representative Tisdel testified in support of House Bill 4150. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4150, but did not wish to speak: Jeff Cobb, representing the EdTrust Midwest. Ben Locke, representing Teach Plus Michigan. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Dan Quisenberry, representing the Michigan Association of Public Schools. Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project Education Fund. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4150, but did not wish to speak: Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education.


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to report out HB 4150 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-0-4:   HB 4150 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 1531h and 1538 (MCL 380.1531h and 380.1538), section 1531h as added and section 1538 as amended by 2007 PA 144. FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. The Chair laid HB 4151 before the committee: Representative Martin testified in support of House Bill 4151. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4151, but did not wish to speak: David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project Education Fund. Dan Quisenberry, representing the Michigan Association of Public Schools. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4151, but did not wish to speak: Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4151 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Kunse. The Chair laid HB 4152 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4152. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None. HB 4151 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1531 (MCL 380.1531), as amended by 2023 PA 110. HB 4152 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1531e (MCL 380.1531e), as added by 2024 PA 147. Representative Schmaltz and Venessa Kessler from Launch Michigan, testified in support of House Bill 4152. Question and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4152, but did not wish to speak: Dan Quisenberry, representing the Michigan Association of Public Schools. Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project Education Fund. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4152, but did not wish to speak: Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4152 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Paquette, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. The Chair laid HB 4153 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4153. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair DeBoer testified in support of House Bill 4153. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4153, but did not wish to speak: Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education. HB 4153 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 501, 521, 551, 1231, 1233, 1311b, 1526, 1535a, and 1809 (MCL 380.501, 380.521, 380.551, 380.1231, 380.1233, 380.1311b, 380.1526, 380.1535a, and 380.1809), sections 501 and 551 as amended by 2016 PA 192, section 521 as added by 2003 PA 179, section 1231 as amended by 2020 PA 23, section 1233 as amended by 2023 PA 111, section 1311b as amended by 2012 PA 620, section 1526 as amended by 2023 PA 110, section 1535a as amended by 2016 PA 532, and section 1809 as amended by 2020 PA 384, and by adding section 1531l. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4153, but did not wish to speak: Dan Quisenberry, representing the Michigan Association of Public Schools. Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project Education Fund.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4153 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-1) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 7-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. Pass: None. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoer adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Representative Nancy DeBoer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4077 and HB 4078 before the committee:   HB 4077 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 2804, 2843, 2843b, 2844, and 16221 (MCL 333.2804, 333.2843, 333.2843b, 333.2844, and 333.16221), section 2804 as amended by 2012 PA 499, section 2843 as amended by 2013 PA 79, section 2843b as added by 1986 PA 185, and section 16221 as amended by 2023 PA 209. HB 4078 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1953 PA 181, entitled "An act relative to investigations in certain instances of the causes of death within this state due to violence, negligence or other act or omission of a criminal nature or to protect public health; to provide for the taking of statements from injured persons under certain circumstances; to abolish the office of coroner and to create the office of county medical examiner in certain counties; to prescribe the Representative Rogers, joined by Representative Mueller, testified in support of HB 4077 and HB 4078. Questions and discussion followed. Jared Rozycki and Sarah Jensen-Vatter, representing the Michigan Funeral Directors Association, testified in support of HB 4077 and HB 4078. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Carl Hawkins, representing the Michigan Association of Medical Examiners, testified in support of HB 4077 and HB 4078. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4077 and HB 4078, but did not wish to speak: Chardae Burton, representing the Department of Health and Human Services. Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Primary Care Association before the committee. Frank Waters, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association, joined by Michael Weessies, representing Hackley Community Care, and Matt O'Bryant and Kelli Pardee, representing Great Lakes Bay Health, gave a presentation on the 340b program. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid Presentation from the Michigan Rare Coalition before the committee. Bill Stone, joined by Kathi Luis and Leslie Baldwin, representing the Michigan Rare Coalition, gave a presentation on the 340b program.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to excuse Rep. Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair VanderWall adjourned the meeting at 10:18 AM. Representative Curtis VanderWall, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov powers and duties of county medical examiners; to prescribe penalties for violations of the provisions of this act; and to prescribe a referendum thereon," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 52.202 and 52.203), as amended by 2012 PA 171.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services before the committee. Joe Sullivan, representing the Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services, gave a presentation. Questions and discussions followed.


evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter moved to excuse Rep. Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Harris adjourned the meeting at 12:44 PM. Representative Mike Harris, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the amendment to HB 4021. The motion prevailed 11- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL   HB 4021 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 5735 and 8511 (MCL 600.5735 and 600.8511), section 5735 as amended by 2004 PA 105 and section 8511 as amended by 2014 PA 124. Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to report HB 4021, as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Hope. The Chair laid HB 4018 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 4018 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-1-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Breen and Scott. Nays: Rep. Hope. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4047 and HB 4048 before the committee: Representative Bierlein and Representative Tsernoglou, testified together in support of HB 4047 and HB 4048. Questions and discussions followed. Ilana Beller, representing the Public Citizen, testified in support of HB 4048. Questions and discussions followed. Zoey Brewer, representing the Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network, testified in support of HB 4047. Questions and discussions followed. HB 4018 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1939 PA 288, entitled "Probate code of 1939," by amending section 16 (MCL 712A.16), as amended by 2023 PA 290. HB 4047 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to impose civil liability and prescribe criminal penalties for the nonconsensual creation or dissemination of deep fake sexual images; and to provide for remedies. HB 4048 (Rep. Tsernoglou) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 17b of chapter XVII (MCL 777.17b), as added by 2002 PA 28. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4048 and HB 4047, but did not wish to speak: Heath B. Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. Matt Saxton, representing the Michigan Sheriffs' Association. Jess Averill, representing the Michigan Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. Chair Lightner laid a presentation before the committee from the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan. Kent County Prosecutor, Chris Becker, representing the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Brandon Lanyon, with the Prosecuting Attorneys Association of Michigan, came forward to address questions and for further discussion.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 11:26 AM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wortz moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 19, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4013 before the committee: Representative Slagh testified in support of HB 4013. Questions and discussions followed. Legislative Liaison Chris Semrinec and Chief of the Law Enforcement Division Jason Haines, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources, testified in support of HB 4013. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4013, but did not wish to speak: Shawn Cecil, representing the Michigan Realtors. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 12:19 PM.   HB 4013 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 73102 (MCL 324.73102), as amended by 1998 PA 546. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Geiss to adopt the committee rules. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Irwin, and Damoose. Nays: None. The motion prevailed and the rules were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Chang to report SB83 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Polehanki, Sen.(s) Geiss, Chang, Irwin and Damoose Nays: None Pass: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair moved to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Senators Camilleri and Johnson were excused from the meeting.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 1:43 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator McBroom to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Albert, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Irwin, to adjourn the committee at 9:40 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator McMorrow, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Senator Camilleri was excused from the meeting.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator McCann, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, to adjourn the committee at 3:42 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. Chair Neyer laid a presentation from the Michigan Potato Industry Commission before the committee. Dr. Kelly Turner, representing the Michigan Potato Industry Commission, Phil Gusmano, representing Better Made, Kali Bagley representing Downey's Chips, and Dennis Lott, owner of Lott Seed Farm, gave presentation. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:03 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 11:03 AM, Majority Vice Chair Wortz called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4017 before the committee: Chair Neyer testified in support of House Bill 4017. Questions and discussion followed. At 11:13 AM, Majority Vice Chair Wortz laid the committee at ease.   HB 4017 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," by amending section 35 (MCL 408.1035), as amended by 2024 PA 17. At 11:13 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Barb Eisenmann, Zell Eisenmann, and Noel Eisenmann testified in support of HB 4017. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4017, but did not wish to speak: Rebecca Park, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4017, but did not wish to speak: Ryan Sebolt, representing the Michigan AFL-CIO.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to excuse Rep. Skaggs from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:41 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4004 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 4004 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4065 before the committee:   HB 4004 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1972 PA 239, entitled "McCauley-Traxler-Law-Bowman-McNeely lottery act," by amending section 25 (MCL 432.25), as amended by 1998 PA 465. HB 4065 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1998 PA 58, entitled "Michigan liquor control code of 1998," by amending section 513 (MCL 436.1513), as amended by 2024 PA 115.


evidence_text: Representative Carter moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4065. The motion prevailed 14-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Fairbairn.


evidence_text: Representative Thompson moved to report out HB 4065 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Aragona laid before the committee a presentation from the Michigan Manufactured Housing Association. John Lindly and Marge Burns, both representing the Michigan Manufactured Housing Association, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4115 and HB 4116 before the committee: HB 4115 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled "An act to regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct business in this state; to provide for the disposition of allegedly misappropriated property in the possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental units and state agencies," by amending the title and section 18 (MCL 446.218), the title as amended by 2018 PA 345. HB 4116 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled "An act to regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct business in this state; to provide for the disposition of allegedly misappropriated property in the possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental units and state agencies," by amending sections 8 and 9 (MCL 446.208 and 446.209), section 8 as amended by 2002 PA 469 and section 9 as amended by 2018 PA 345. Mark Aubrey, representing the Michigan Pawnbrokers Association, testified in support of HB 4116 and HB 4115. Questions and discussions followed. Chair Aragona laid before the committee a presentation from the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Dawn Crandell and Robert Donovic, both representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan; John Bitely, representing himself; and Jeff Grantham, representing Grantham Building and Remolding, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to excuse Rep. Neyer from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Aragona adjourned the meeting at 10:27 AM. Representative Joseph A. Aragona, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to report out HB 4151 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4153 before the committee:   HB 4151 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1531 (MCL 380.1531), as amended by 2023 PA 110. HB 4153 (Rep. DeBoer) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending sections 501, 521, 551, 1231, 1233, 1311b, 1526, 1535a, and 1809 (MCL 380.501, 380.521, 380.551, 380.1231, 380.1233, 380.1311b, Representative DeBoer explained the proposed substitute (H-1) for HB 4153.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4153. The motion prevailed 9- 0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4153, but did not wish to speak: Meghann Keit, representing the Michigan Association of State Universities.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to report out HB 4153 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 6-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus and DeBoer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Witwer, Liberati and Herzberg.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schuette adjourned the meeting at 10:40 AM. Representative Bill Schuette, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov 380.1526, 380.1535a, and 380.1809), sections 501 and 551 as amended by 2016 PA 192, section 521 as added by 2003 PA 179, section 1231 as amended by 2020 PA 23, section 1233 as amended by 2023 PA 111, section 1311b as amended by 2012 PA 620, section 1526 as amended by 2023 PA 110, section 1535a as amended by 2016 PA 532, and section 1809 as amended by 2020 PA 384, and by adding section 1531l.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB 51 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana Nays: Sen. Runestad Pass: Sen. Sen. Johnson The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to report SB 71 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that the bill pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin, Santana, Runestad and Johnson Nays: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Johnson to adopt amendment #1 to SB 82 (S-1). The vote was as follows: Yeas: Sen.(s) Runestad and Johnson Nays: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana The motion failed and the amendment was not adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Shink to adopt the (S-1) version of SB 82. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana Nays: Sen. Johnson Pass: Sen. Runestad The motion prevailed and the (S-1) was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Wojno to report SB 82 (S-1) to the floor with recommendation that the bill pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Chang, Sen.(s) Shink, Wojno, Irwin and Santana Nays: Sen. Johnson Pass: Sen. Runestad The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Albert, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Senator Klinefelt was excused from the meeting.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, to adjourn the committee at 9:24 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Cavanagh, supported by Senator Bayer, to adopt the meeting minutes from April 16, 2024. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Senator Hertel, to adjourn the committee at 12:42 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Singh to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee. Without objection, the committee was adjourned at 2:28 p.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 2:21 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Schriver moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 04, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. Chair Greene laid a presentation from Michigan Cable Telecommunications Association before the committee. Nathan Kark, representing the Michigan Cable Telecommunications Association, gave presentation. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to excuse Representatives Wendzel and Linting from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Jaime Greene adjourned the meeting at 10:50 AM. Representative Jaime Greene, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 04, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HJR B before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to report out HJR B with recommendation. The motion prevailed 6-3- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Smit, Fox, Outman, Alexander, Hoadley and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wooden, Koleszar and Xiong. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HJR B, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Melany Mack Katie Cavanaugh.   HJR B (Rep. Posthumus) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending sections 1 and 4 of article II, to require the verification of an elector's United States citizenship and to modify voter identification requirements. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HJR B, but did not wish to speak: Shannon Abbott, representing Common Cause Michigan. Melanie Macey, representing Promote the Vote. Kyle Zawacki, representing the ACLU of Michigan. Ashiya Brown, representing the All Voting is Local Action. Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan Unitarian Universalist Social Justice Network. Christine Suave, representing the Michigan Immigrant Rights Center. Patti Hooten, representing themselves. Michael Dunn, representing themselves. Nancy Bradley, representing themselves. Bill Schnaidt, representing themselves. Kay Perry, representing themselves. Judy Karandjeff, representing themselves. Eric Welsby, representing themselves. Stephanie Szymas, representing Secure Democracy USA. The following person submitted a card in support of HJR B, but did not wish to speak: Jeff Schaeper, representing Stand UP Michigan. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Smit adjourned the meeting at 9:04 AM. Representative Rachelle Smit, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 04, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4014, HB 4098 and HB 4099 before the committee: The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4014, but did not wish to speak: Marti Praschan, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan State Employee Retirees Association.   HB 4014 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 27a (MCL 211.27a), as amended by 2016 PA 375. HB 4098 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1973 PA 186, entitled "Tax tribunal act," by amending sections 26 and 34 (MCL 205.726 and 205.734), section 26 as amended by 2008 PA 126 and section 34 as amended by 1980 PA 437. HB 4099 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 1976 PA 267, entitled "Open meetings act," by amending section 3a (MCL 15.263a), as amended by 2023 PA 214.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 4014 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4098 and HB 4099, but did not wish to speak: Marti Praschan, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Adam Majestic, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan State Employee Retirees Association. Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 4098 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to report out HB 4099 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 13-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Young. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4119 and HB 4120 before the committee: Representative Frisbie, joined by Kelli Rittenhouse, representing the Michigan Business Aviation Association, and Carl Barnes, representing Dentastar Aviation, testified in support of HB 4119 and HB 4120. Questions and discussion followed. HB 4119 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 4x (MCL 205.54x), as amended by 2009 PA 53. HB 4120 (Rep. Andrews) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending section 4k (MCL 205.94k), as amended by 2012 PA 429. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4119 and HB 4120, but did not wish to speak: Kevin Klein, representing the Cherry Capital Airport - Traverse City. Dan Sal, representing the Michigan Association of Airport Executives. Tony Vernazzi, representing the Aerospace Industry Association of Michigan. Andy Richards, representing Duncan Aviation. The Chair laid HB 4079 and HB 4080 before the committee: HB 4079 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1976 PA 225, entitled "An act to defer the collection of special assessments on homestead properties; to provide for conditions of eligibility for such a deferment; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department of treasury, local assessing officers, and local collecting officers; to provide for the advancement of moneys by the state to indemnify special assessment districts for losses from deferment of collections; to provide for the advancement of money by the state to an owner for the repayment of loans used by the owner to pay special assessments; to provide for the collection of deferred special assessments and interest thereon, and the disposition of these collections; to make an appropriation; and to prescribe penalties," by amending sections 3 and 4 (MCL 211.763 and 211.764), as amended by 1980 PA 403. HB 4080 (Rep. Hoadley) A bill to amend 1976 PA 225, entitled "An act to defer the collection of special assessments on homestead properties; to provide for conditions of eligibility for such a deferment; to prescribe the powers and duties of the department of treasury, local assessing officers, and local collecting officers; to provide for the advancement of moneys by the state to indemnify special assessment districts for losses from deferment of collections; to provide for the advancement of money by the state to an owner for the repayment of loans used by the owner to pay special assessments; to provide for the collection of deferred special assessments and interest thereon, and the disposition of these collections; to make an appropriation; and to prescribe penalties," by amending sections 1 and 2 (MCL 211.761 and 211.762), section 2 as amended by 2020 PA 331. Representative Hoadley, joined by Representative Schuette, testified in support of HB 4079 and HB 4080. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4079 and HB 4080, but did not wish to speak: Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4079. The motion prevailed 12-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Lightner and Tyrone Carter.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4080. The motion prevailed 13-0- 1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona, Schuette, Hoskins, Tyrone Carter, Neeley, Breen and Young. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Lightner. The Chair laid HB 4170 before the committee: Representative Schmaltz, testified in support of HB 4170. Questions and discussions followed. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Business, testified in support of HB 4170. Questions and discussions followed. Nichole Keway Biber, representing herself, testified in opposition to HB 4170. Michael LaFaive, representing the Morey Fiscal Policy Initiative, testified in support of HB 4170. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4170, but did not wish to speak: Jacob Manning, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Tim Golding, representing Americans for Prosperity Michigan. Eric Chappell, representing Associated Builders and Contractors of Michigan. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Sonny Koch, representing Americans for Prosperity Michigan. HB 4170 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending section 51 (MCL 206.51), as amended by 2023 PA 4. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4170, but did not wish to speak: Sean Sorenson-Abbott, representing the Michigan Department of Treasury. Imani Foster, representing 482forward. Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan State Employee Retirees Association. Lindsey Matson, representing 482forward. Kalvin Carter, representing Up North Advocacy. Peri Stone-Palmquist, representing the Student Advocacy Center. Molly Sweeney, representing 482forward. Sean McBrearty, representing Clean Water Action. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy.


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to report out HB 4170 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Tisdel, Frisbie, VanderWall, Lightner, Martin, Posthumus, Alexander, Aragona and Schuette. Nays: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Neeley and Young. Pass: Reps. Hoskins and Breen.


evidence_text: Representative Young moved to excuse Rep. Paiz from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Tisdel adjourned the meeting at 11:35 AM. Representative Mark Tisdel, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation on the Michigan Auditor General Performance Audit of the Water Withdrawal Program in the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy #761-0153-23. Nanci Bashore, Audit Manager, and Jessica Armstrong, Senior Supervisor, representing the Michigan Office of the Auditor General, gave a presentation on the Michigan Auditor General Performance Audit of the Water Withdrawal Program in the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair invited Representative Smit, Chair of the Committee on Election Integrity, to speak to the committee. Representative Smit spoke to the committee regarding the request for documents from the Michigan Department of State. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoyer adjourned the meeting at 10:11 AM. Representative Jay DeBoyer, Chair   Matthew Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 04, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. Chair Outman laid before the committee a presentation from the Michigan Department of Transportation. Brad Wieferich, Director of the Michigan Department of Transportation, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186 and HB 4187 before the committee:   HB 4180 (Rep. Steele) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending sections 6a and 6c (MCL 205.56a and 205.56c), section 6a as amended by 2015 PA 264 and section 6c as added by 2015 PA 262, and by adding sections 4gg and 4hh. HB 4181 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 2004 PA 175, entitled "Streamlined sales and use tax revenue equalization act," by amending sections 3 and 5 (MCL 205.173 and 205.175), section 3 as amended by 2015 PA 177 and section 5 as amended by 2022 PA 24. HB 4182 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending sections 6c and 21 (MCL


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4183. The motion prevailed 10-0-7: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie and Wortz. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Herzberg, Hope, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. At 12:43 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:44 PM, Majority Vice Chair Alexander called the committee back to order. Chair Outman, Representative Carra, Representative Thompson, Representative Frisbie, Representative Kunse, and Representative Steele, testified together in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, and HB 4187. Questions and discussions followed. 205.96c and 205.111), section 6c as added by 2015 PA 263 and section 21 as amended by 2023 PA 175, and by adding sections 4gg and 4hh. HB 4183 (Rep. Kunse) A bill to amend 2000 PA 403, entitled "Motor fuel tax act," by amending section 8 (MCL 207.1008), as amended by 2015 PA 176. HB 4184 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1945 PA 327, entitled "Aeronautics code of the state of Michigan," by amending sections 34 and 203 (MCL 259.34 and 259.203), section 34 as amended by 2015 PA 259 and section 203 as amended by 2015 PA 260. HB 4185 (Rep. Linting) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 25 (MCL 205.75), as amended by 2023 PA 20. HB 4186 (Rep. Carra) A bill to amend 2007 PA 36, entitled "Michigan business tax act," by amending sections 201 and 500 (MCL 208.1201 and 208.1500), section 201 as amended by 2012 PA 605 and section 500 as amended by 2019 PA 90. HB 4187 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending sections 623 and 695 (MCL 206.623 and 206.695), section 623 as amended by 2021 PA 135 and section 695 as amended by 2023 PA 4. At 1:11 PM, Majority Vice Chair Alexander laid the committee at ease. At 1:12 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association, testified in support of 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186 and HB 4187. Questions and discussion followed. Brad Williams, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber, testified with a neutral position on HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186 and HB 4187. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186 and HB 4187, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: Ron Brenke, representing the American Council of Engineering Companies. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186 and HB 4187, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Public Transportation Association. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186 and HB 4187, but did not wish to speak: Doug Needham, representing the Michigan Aggregates Association. Rick Becker, representing Michigan Paving and Materials. The following person submitted a card in support of 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4185, and HB 4187, but did not wish to speak: Jacqueline Dolce, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4180 and HB 4181, but did not wish to speak: Amanda Fisher, representing the NFIB. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4180, but did not wish to speak: Mark Griffin, representing the Michigan Petroleum Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Outman adjourned the meeting at 1:29 PM. Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Irwin, supported by Senator Bayer, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 4, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Senator Klinefelt, to adjourn the committee at 11:32 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Santana to adopt the meeting minutes from March 4, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Senator Santana, to adjourn the committee at 2:57 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Klinefelt, supported by Senator Theis, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 25, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Senator Klinefelt, to adjourn the committee at 2:20 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 05, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4147 before the committee: Representative Steele testified in support of HB 4147. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4147, but did not wish to speak: Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project. David Randels, representing Oakland Schools.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4147 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Koleszar, and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wilson and Weiss.   HB 4147 (Rep. Steele) A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending section 11x (MCL 388.1611x), as amended by 2023 PA 103. The Chair laid HB 4148 before the committee: Representative Cavitt and Adam Hagedorn, from the Office of Representative Cavitt, testified in support of HB 4148. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4148, but did not wish to speak: Angela Reyes, representing the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation. Rachelle Crow, representing the Michigan Education Justice Coalition. Molly Sweeney, representing the 482 Forward. Imani Foster, representing the 482 Forward. Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Tinu Usoro, representing the 482 Forward. Rev. Larry Simmons, representing the Brightmoor Alliance. Jenell Mansfield, representing the American Federation of Teachers of Michigan. Arlyssa Heard, representing the 482 Forward. Andrew Reinel. Drew Hohmann, representing the Michigan Education Justice Coalition. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4148, but did not wish to speak: Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project Education Fund.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4148 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-4-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss and Byrnes. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4149 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4149. The motion prevailed 11-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine, Pavlov, Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss, and Byrnes. Nays: None. Pass: None. HB 4148 (Rep. Cavitt) A bill to amend 1954 PA 116, entitled "Michigan election law," by amending section 282a (MCL 168.282a) and by adding section 282b. HB 4149 (Rep. Kuhn) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1280h. Representative Kuhn testified in support of HB 4149. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4149, but did not wish to speak: David Randels, representing Oakland Schools. Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project. Jeff Cobb, representing the EdTrust Midwest.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4149 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss, and Byrnes. The Chair laid HB 4154 before the committee: Daniel McMaster, from the Office of Representative BeGole, testified in support of HB 4154. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4154, but did not wish to speak: Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project. Eric Chappell, representing the ABC of Michigan. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Robert Joerg, representing the Michigan Laborers District Council.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 4154 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 7-0-4: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. DeBoer, Linting, Paquette, Fox, Kunse, St. Germaine and Pavlov. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Wilson, Koleszar, Weiss, and Byrnes. The Chair laid HJR E before the committee: HB 4154 (Rep. BeGole) A bill to amend 1996 PA 160, entitled "Postsecondary enrollment options act," by amending section 3 (MCL 388.513), as amended by 2020 PA 131. HJR E (Rep. Schuette) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 3 of article VIII, to provide for the gubernatorial appointment of the superintendent of public instruction. Resolved by the Senate and House of Representatives of the state of Michigan, That the following amendment to the state constitution of 1963, Representative Schuette testified in support of HJR E. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HJR E, but did not wish to speak: Beth Deshone, representing the Great Lakes Education Project. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HJR E, but did not wish to speak: Rachelle Crow, representing the Michigan Education Justice Coalition. Imani Foster, representing t482 Forward. Molly Sweeney, representing 482 Forward. Andrew Reinel. Tinu Usoro, representing 482 Forward. Olivia Ponte, representing the Michigan Department of Education. Angela Reyes, representing the Detroit Hispanic Development Corporation. Arlyssa Heard, representing 482 Forward. Rev. Larry Simmons, representing the Brightmoor Alliance. Jenell Mansfield, representing the American Federation of Teachers of Michigan. Drew Hohmann, representing the Michigan Education Justice Coalition. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoer adjourned the meeting at 11:08 AM. Representative Nancy DeBoer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov to provide for the gubernatorial appointment of the superintendent of public instruction, is proposed, agreed to, and submitted to the people of the state:


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 05, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4077 and HB 4078 before the committee:   HB 4077 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 2804, 2843, 2843b, 2844, and 16221 (MCL 333.2804, 333.2843, 333.2843b, 333.2844, and 333.16221), section 2804 as amended by 2012 PA 499, section 2843 as amended by 2013 PA 79, section 2843b as added by 1986 PA 185, and section 16221 as amended by 2023 PA 209. HB 4078 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1953 PA 181, entitled "An act relative to investigations in certain instances of the causes of death within this state due to violence, negligence or other act or omission of a criminal nature or to protect public health; to provide for the taking of statements from injured persons under certain circumstances; to abolish the office of coroner and to create the office of county medical examiner in certain counties; to prescribe the The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4077 and HB 4078, but did not wish to speak: Bill Zaagman, representing the Michigan Association of County Clerks. Mary Pollock, representing the Michigan State Employee Retirees Association.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 4077 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley and Hoskins. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Schmaltz moved to report out HB 4078 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine, Bohnak, Frisbie, Brenda Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4037 and HB 4038 before the committee: At 9:11 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:12 AM, Majority Vice Chair Thompson called the committee back to order. Representative Rogers, joined by Representative VanderWall, testified in support of HB 4037 and HB 4038. Questions and discussion followed. At 9:24 AM, Majority Vice Chair Thompson laid the committee at ease. powers and duties of county medical examiners; to prescribe penalties for violations of the provisions of this act; and to prescribe a referendum thereon," by amending sections 2 and 3 (MCL 52.202 and 52.203), as amended by 2012 PA 171. HB 4037 (Rep. Rogers) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 2501 and 2505 (MCL 333.2501 and 333.2505), as added by 2006 PA 137, and by adding section 2508. HB 4038 (Rep. VanderWall) A bill to amend 2018 PA 175, entitled "Insurance provider assessment act," by amending section 13 (MCL 550.1763). At 9:25 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Kim Bachelder and Isabell Pancheco, representing the Michigan Health Information Network, testified in support of HB 4037 and HB 4038. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Rogers returned to answer questions from the committee members. Dr. Kevin Bohnsack, representing the Michigan State Medical Society, testified in support of HB 4037 and HB 4038. Questions and discussions followed. Isabell Pancheco and Representative Rogers returned to answer questions from the committee members. Larry WagenKnecht testified in support of HB 4037 and HB 4038. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4038 and HB 4037, but did not wish to speak: Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. Eric Roath, representing the Michigan Pharmacists Association. Greg Foezley, MD, representing himself. Tom Simmer, MD, representing himself. Dr. Scott Monteith, MD, representing himself. Dr. Faiyaz Syed, MD, representing the Michigan Primary Care Association. Dr. John Vismara, MD, representing United Physicians, INC. Helen Hill, representing the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society. Janee Tyus, representing the Health Information Technology Commission. Dr. Dennis Smith, representing himself. Amanda Klein, representing the American Heart Association.


evidence_text: Representative Hoskins moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair VanderWall adjourned the meeting at 10:20 AM. Representative Curtis VanderWall, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 05, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4070 before the committee: At 10:36 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:37 AM, Majority Vice Chair BeGole called the committee back to order. Chair Lightner and Kristen Staley, representing the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission, testified together in support of HB 4070. Questions and discussions followed. At 10:46 AM, Majority Vice Chair BeGole laid the committee at ease.   HB 4070 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 2013 PA 93, entitled "Michigan indigent defense commission act," by amending the title and sections 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 21, and 23 (MCL 780.983, 780.985, 780.987, 780.989, 780.991, 780.993, 780.995, 780.997, 780.1001, and 780.1003), section 3 as amended by 2019 PA 108, sections 5, 9, 11, 13, 15, and 17 as amended by 2018 PA 214, and section 7 as amended by 2018 PA 443, and by adding section 14. At 10:47 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4070, but did not wish to speak: Jen Peacock, representing the Michigan Center for Youth Justice. Paula Bowman and Denise Hartsough, representing the League of Women Voters of Michigan. Bel Martin, representing the Michigan Association of Treatment Court Professionals. Peri Stone-Palmquist, representing the Student Advocacy Center. Kay Perry, representing MI-CURE. Casey Stratton, representing the Michigan Disability Rights Coalition. Gabrielle Dresner, representing the ACLU-MI. Chuck Warpehoski, representing the Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration. Beth Berglin, representing the Michigan Transformation Collective. Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan. Mary Ann Scali, representing the Gault Center. Tom Hickson, representing the Michigan Catholic Conference. Marilena David, representing the State Appellate Defender Office. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4070, but did not wish to speak: James Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Counties.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to report out HB 4070 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 11-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Lightner laid before the committee a presentation from the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission. Kristen Staley, representing the Michigan Indigent Defense Commission, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Lightner laid before the committee a presentation from the State Appellate Defender Office and Criminal Defense Resource Center. Marilena David, representing the State Appellate Defender Office and Criminal Defense Resource Center, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 11:48 AM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 05, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4013 before the committee:


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 4013 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 17-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn, Wortz, McFall, Scott, Weiss, Arbit, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid a presentation from the Nature Conservancy before the committee. Richard Bowman, representing the Nature Conservancy, gave a presentation. Questions and discussions followed.   HB 4013 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 73102 (MCL 324.73102), as amended by 1998 PA 546. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan United Conservation Clubs before the committee. Amy Trotter and Justin Tomei, representing the Michigan United Conservation Clubs gave a presentation. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 1:03 PM. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Irwin to adopt the meeting minutes from February 26, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Irwin to report SB105 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Cavanagh, Sen.(s) Irwin, McCann, Bayer, Huizenga, Theis and Daley Nays: None Pass: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 1:22 p.m.. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Singh, to adjourn the committee at 12:41 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator McCann, to excuse absent members from the meeting. Without objection, Seantor Camilleri was excused from the meeting.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Bumstead, to adopt the meeting minutes from March 5, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, to adjourn the committee at 3:26 PM Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 06, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4017 before the committee:


evidence_text: Chair Neyer moved to report out HB 4017 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Neyer, Wortz, Lightner, Alexander, Fox, Kunse, Pavlov, Paiz, Dievendorf and Skaggs. Nays: None. Pass: None. Chair Neyer laid a presentation from Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development before the committee. Tim Boring and David Williams, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, gave presentation. Questions and discussion followed.   HB 4017 (Rep. Neyer) A bill to amend 1974 PA 154, entitled "Michigan occupational safety and health act," by amending section 35 (MCL 408.1035), as amended by 2024 PA 17. The Chair laid HB 4006 before the committee: Representative Bierlein testified in support of HB 4006. Questions and discussion followed. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association, testified with a neutral position on HB 4006. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Neyer adjourned the meeting at 11:34 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov HB 4006 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 2006 PA 110, entitled "Michigan zoning enabling act," (MCL 125.3101 to 125.3702) by adding section 204b.


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid a Presentation from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation before the committee. Chief Executive Office Quentin Messer and Chief Growth and Marketing Officer Hilary Doe, representing the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, provided a presentation on the Michigan Economic Development Corporation. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoadley adjourned the meeting at 11:56 AM. Representative Mike Hoadley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 20, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4118 before the committee: Representative Schuette testified in support of HB 4118. Questions and discussion followed. Joe Bush and Cole Hendricks, representing the Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners, testified in support of HB 4118. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4118, but did not wish to speak: Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Township Association. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4118, but did not wish to speak: Chris Semrinec, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. The Chair laid HB 4061 before the committee:   HB 4118 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1956 PA 40, entitled "The drain code of 1956," by amending sections 151, 154, 280, 468, and 520 (MCL 280.151, 280.154, 280.280, 280.468, and 280.520), section 154 as amended by 2020 PA 281, section 280 as amended by 2016 PA 27, and sections 468 and 520 as amended by 2018 PA 644. Representative Tisdel testified in support of HB 4061. Questions and discussion followed. Kyle Zawacki, representing the American Civil Liberties Union, testified in opposition to HB 4061. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4061, but did not wish to speak: Daniel Hurley, representing the Michigan Association of State Universities. Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. There being no further business before the committee, Chair BeGole adjourned the meeting at 9:48 AM. Representative Brian BeGole, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov HB 4061 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to require verification that public contracts are performed by employees who are entitled to work in the United States; to prescribe acceptable methods for verifying legal presence in the United States; to condition the eligibility of employers to perform certain public contracts on participation in the federal immigrant verification system; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state and local governmental officers and entities; to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to provide sanctions and penalties.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 06, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4115 and HB 4116 before the committee:   HB 4115 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled "An act to regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct business in this state; to provide for the disposition of allegedly misappropriated property in the possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental units and state agencies," by amending the title and section 18 (MCL 446.218), the title as amended by 2018 PA 345. HB 4116 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1917 PA 273, entitled "An act to regulate and license pawnbrokers that conduct business in this state; to provide for the disposition of allegedly misappropriated property in the possession of pawnbrokers; to provide remedies and prescribe penalties; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain local governmental units and state agencies," by amending sections 8 and 9 (MCL 446.208


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 4115 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 4116 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Thompson, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4081 before the committee: Representative DeBoyer testified in support of HB 4081. Questions and discussions followed. Brett Hollandsworth, representing the Michigan Society of Professional Surveyors, testified in opposition to HB 4081. Questions and discussions followed. Shawon Cecil, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in support of HB 4081. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4081, but did not wish to speak: Jennifer Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4081, but did not wish to speak: Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of County Drain Commissioners. Chair Aragona laid before the committee a presentation from the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan. Erika Farley, representing the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Chair Aragona laid before the committee a presentation from the Apartment Association of Michigan. Andrew Kuhn, representing the Apartment Association of Michigan, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. and 446.209), section 8 as amended by 2002 PA 469 and section 9 as amended by 2018 PA 345. HB 4081 (Rep. DeBoyer) A bill to amend 1967 PA 288, entitled "Land division act," by amending section 108 (MCL 560.108), as added by 1996 PA 591.


evidence_text: Representative Grant moved to excuse Representative Whitsett from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Aragona adjourned the meeting at 10:01 AM. Representative Joseph A. Aragona, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 06, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. At 10:31 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:32 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. The Chair laid HB 4154 before the committee: Dan McMasters, representing the Office of Representative BeGole, testified in support of HB 4154. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4154, but did not wish to speak: Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to report out HB 4154 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 5-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin and DeBoer. Nays: None.   HB 4154 (Rep. BeGole) A bill to amend 1996 PA 160, entitled "Postsecondary enrollment options act," by amending section 3 (MCL 388.513), as amended by 2020 PA 131. Pass: Reps. Witwer and Liberati. The Chair laid before the committee presentations on the impact of administrative rules on Michigan businesses. Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Businesses, gave a presentation on the impact of administrative rules on Michigan businesses. Jacob Manning representing the Small Business Association of Michigan, and Lindsey Potter, Chair of the Childcare Association of Michigan and operator of Bright Light Early Childcare and Education, gave a presentation on the impact of administrative rules on Michigan businesses. Questions and discussions followed. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association, gave a presentation on the impact of administrative rules on Michigan businesses. Questions and discussions followed. Mike Alaimos, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce and Peter Ruddell, representing the Honigman Law Firm, gave a presentation on the impact of administrative rules on Michigan businesses. Questions and discussions followed.


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to excuse Reps. Posthumus and Herzberg from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schuette adjourned the meeting at 11:18 AM. Representative Bill Schuette, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Polehanki to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27 committee meeting. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Polehanki to adopt the S-1 version of SB 25. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Singh, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers and Bellino. Nays: None Pass: None The motion prevailed and the S-1 substitute was adopted.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Wojno to report the S-1 version of SB25 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Singh, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers and Bellino Nays: None Pass: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Santana to report SB116 to the floor with recommendation that it pass. The vote was as follows: Yeas: Chair Moss, Sen.(s) Polehanki, McCann, Wojno, Santana, Hertel, Singh, Hauck, Webber, Lauwers and Bellino Nays: None Pass: None The motion prevailed and the bill was reported.


evidence_text: the Chair moved to adjourn the committee at 9:22 a.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Sen. Cavanagh to adopt the meeting minutes from February 12th committee meeting. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion to adjourn the committee at 1:39 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, without objection, to adjourn the committee at 2:45 p.


evidence_text: The Chair entertained a motion by Senator Bayer, supported by Senator Klinefelt, to adopt the meeting minutes from February 27, 2025. Without objection, the minutes were adopted.


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


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


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Sen. Cherry to adjourn the committee at 3:47 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: the Chair made a motion, supported by Senator Hertel, to adjourn the committee at 3:42 p.m. Without objection, the committee was adjourned.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation from the Election Integrity Force before the committee. Chris Kaijala, representing the Election Integrity Force, testified before the committee. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid a presentation from the Capitol Research Center before the committee. Parker Thayer, representing the Capitol Research Center, testified before the committee. Questions and discussions followed. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Smit adjourned the meeting at 10:12 AM. Representative Rachelle Smit, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 04, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs before the committee. Terry Sabo, representing the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs, gave an overview of the department. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid a presentation on Michigan Veteran Homes before the committee. Anne Zerbe, representing the Michigan Veteran Homes, gave an introduction to Michigan Veteran Homes. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid a presentation on the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency before the committee. Brian Love, representing the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, gave an introduced to the agency. Questions and discussions followed.


evidence_text: Representative Schmaltz moved to excuse Rep. Woolford from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schmaltz adjourned the meeting at 1:16 PM.   Representative Kathy Schmaltz, Chair Keith Feldpausch Committee Clerk kfeldpausch@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Woolford moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair invited public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations. Dan Meccariello, Vice President of Operations for Generate Upcycle, gave public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. James DeYoung, an agricultural consultant for CID Farm Consulting, gave public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Michael Alaimo, Senior Director of Legislative Affairs for the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, and Troy Cumings, representing Warner Norcross and Judd LLP, gave public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Dawn Crandall, Executive Vice President of Government Relations for the Home Builders Association of Michigan, gave public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.   Karl Jones, President of the Michigan Meat Association, gave public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan County Drain Commissioners, and Larry Protochiewitz, the Mason County Drain Commissioner, gave public comments on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Clare Alderink and Paul Windemuller, dairy farmers, gave public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Zach Wenzlick gave public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. David Lossing, representing the Huron River Watershed Council, gave public comment on the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy operations to the committee. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Wegela moved to excuse Representative Paquette and Representative Jaime Greene from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoyer adjourned the meeting at 12:13 PM. Representative Jay DeBoyer, Chair Matthew Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 11, 2025. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4230, HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186 and HB 4187 before the committee:   HB 4230 (Rep. Outman) 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; to investigate and study the tolling of roads, streets, highways, or bridges; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," (MCL 247.651 to 247.675) by adding section 13c. HB 4180 (Rep. Steele) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending sections 6a and 6c (MCL 205.56a and 205.56c), section 6a as amended by 2015 PA 264 and section 6c as added by 2015 PA 262, and by adding sections 4gg and 4hh. HB 4181 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to amend 2004 PA 175, entitled "Streamlined sales and use tax revenue equalization act," by amending sections 3 and 5 (MCL 205.173 and 205.175), section 3 as amended by 2015 PA 177 and section 5 as amended by 2022 PA 24. HB 4182 (Rep. Slagh) A bill to amend 1937 PA 94, entitled "Use tax act," by amending sections 6c and 21 (MCL 205.96c and 205.111), section 6c as added by 2015 PA 263 and section 21 as amended by 2023 PA 175, and by adding sections 4gg and 4hh. HB 4183 (Rep. Kunse) A bill to amend 2000 PA 403, entitled "Motor fuel tax act," by amending section 8 (MCL 207.1008), as amended by 2015 PA 176. HB 4184 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1945 PA 327, entitled "Aeronautics code of the state of Michigan," by amending sections 34 and 203 (MCL 259.34 and 259.203), section 34 as amended by 2015 PA 259 and section 203 as amended by 2015 PA 260. HB 4185 (Rep. Linting) A bill to amend 1933 PA 167, entitled "General sales tax act," by amending section 25 (MCL 205.75), as amended by 2023 PA 20. HB 4186 (Rep. Carra) A bill to amend 2007 PA 36, entitled "Michigan business tax act," by amending sections 201 and 500 (MCL 208.1201 and 208.1500), section 201 as amended by 2012 PA 605 and section 500 as amended by 2019 PA 90. HB 4187 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," by amending sections 623 and 695 (MCL 206.623 and 206.695), section 623 as amended by 2021 PA 135 and section 695 as amended by 2023 PA 4. At 12:20 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:21 PM, Majority Vice Chair Alexander called the committee back to order. Chair Outman testified in support of HB 4230. Questions and discussions followed. At 12:27 PM, Majority Vice Chair Alexander laid the committee at ease. At 12:28 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Jack Hoffman, representing Rapid - City of Grand Rapids, testified in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, HB 4187, and HB 4230. Ed Noyla, representing the County Road Association, testified in support HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, HB 4187, and HB 4230. Robert Joerg, representing the Michigan Laborers District Council, testified in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, HB 4187, and HB 4230. Ron Brenke, representing the American Council of Engineering Companies, testified in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, and HB 4187. Earl Cox, Sr., representing the Amalgamated Transit Union, testified in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, and HB 4187. John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Public Transit Association, testified with a neutral position on HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, and HB 4187. Megan Owens, representing the Transportation Riders United, testified with a neutral position on HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, and HB 4187. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association, testified in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, and HB 4230. John LaMachia, representing the Michigan Municipal League, testified in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4185 HB 4187 and HB 4230. Questions and discussions followed. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties, testified in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, and HB 4230. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, HB 4187, and HB 4230, but did not wish to speak: Steve Waalkes, representing the Michigan Concrete Association. James Hohrman, representing the Mackinac Center. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186, and HB 4187, but did not wish to speak: Ross Gavin, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183, HB 4184, HB 4185, HB 4186 and HB 4187, but did not wish to speak: Brett Stanton, representing the Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4182, HB 4183 and HB 4185, but did not wish to speak: Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4180, HB 4181, HB 4183, HB 4185, and HB 4187, but did not wish to speak: Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 4186, but did not wish to speak: Mike Alaimo, representing the Michigan Chamber. Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Mike Johnston, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4180. The motion prevailed 16-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to report out HB 4180 with recommendation, as substitute (H- 1). The motion prevailed 11-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4181. The motion prevailed 16-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to report out HB 4181 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4182. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bruck moved to report out HB 4182 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 11-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4183. The motion prevailed 16-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to report out HB 4183 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 10-1-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4184. The motion prevailed 16-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 4184 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-1-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 4185. The motion prevailed 16-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to report out HB 4185 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 10-1-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz and Herzberg. Nays: Rep. Carra. Pass: Reps. Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Carra moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4186. The motion prevailed 16-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Carra moved to report out HB 4186 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 10-0-6: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie and Wortz. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson.


evidence_text: Representative Prestin moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4187. The motion prevailed 16-0- 0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Grant offered the following amendments to HB 4187: 1. Amend page 5, line 8m after “(b)” by striking out the balance of the line through “after” on line 9 and inserting “After”. 2. Amend page 5, line 27, after “part,” by striking out “up to $2,200,000,000.00” and inserting “$50,000,000.00”. 3. Amend page 5, line 28, after “deposited” by inserting “to the Michigan housing and community development fund created in section 58a of the state housing development authority act of 1966, 1966 PA 346, MCL 125.1458a,”. 4. Amend page6, line 3, after “deposited” by inserting “and up to $2,200,000,000.00 of the revenue collected under this part must be deposited”. 5. Amend page 6, line 22, after “part,” by inserting “$50,000,000.00 of the revenue collected under this part must be deposited to the Michigan housing and community development fund created in section 58a of the state housing development authority act of 1966, 1966 PA 346, MCL 125.1458a, and”.


evidence_text: Representative Grant moved to adopt the amendments to HB 4187. The motion did not prevail 6- 0-10: UNFAVORABLE ROLL CAL Yeas: Reps. Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews, Grant, Miller and Wilson Jr. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie and Wortz. Representative Andrews offered the following amendments to HB 4187: 1. Amend page 6, following line 19, by inserting: “(c) After the distributions under subdivisions (a) and (b), up to $5,000,000.00, if available, to the department of transportation for distribution to entities that receive a distribution under subdivision (a) (ii) or (iii) and demonstrate that the entities have entered into a contract pursuant to section 18d of 1951 PA 51, MCL 247.668d, or otherwise collaborated on a road funding project, that resulted in reduced costs for environmental or permitting reviews and studies attributable to that contract or project.”. 2. Amend page 7, following line 10, by inserting: “(c) After the distributions under subdivisions (a) and (b), up to $5,000,000.00, if available, to the department of transportation for distribution to entities that receive a distribution under subdivision (a) (ii) or (iii) and demonstrate that the entities have entered into a contract pursuant to section 18d of 1951 PA 51, MCL 247.668d, or otherwise collaborated on a road funding project, that resulted in reduced costs for environmental or permitting reviews and studies attributable to that contract or project.”.