evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 14, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4644 before the committee: HB 4644 (Rep. St. Germaine) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 657a (MCL 257.657a), as amended by 2018 PA 139. Representative St. Germaine testified in support of HB 4644. Questions and discussions followed. Ed Noyla, representing the County Road Association, testified with a neutral position on HB 4644. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4644, but did not wish to speak: John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. The Chair laid HB 5726 before the committee: HB 5726 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1909 PA 283, entitled "An act to revise, consolidate, and add to the laws relating to the establishment, opening, discontinuing, vacating, closing, altering, improvement, maintenance, and use of the public highways and private roads; the condemnation of property and gravel therefor; the building, repairing and preservation of bridges; maintaining public access to waterways under certain conditions; setting and protecting shade trees, drainage, and cutting weeds and brush within this state; providing for the election or appointment and defining the powers, duties, and compensation of state, county, township, and district highway officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 2 (MCL 225.2). Representative Koleszar testified in support of HB 5726. Questions and discussions followed. Harmony Lloyd, representing SMART Bus and the Michigan Public Transportation Association, testified in support of HB 5726. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5726, but did not wish to speak: Ross Gavin, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Nikki Hartley, representing SEMCOG. Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. John Dulmes, representing the Michigan Public Transportation Association. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Outman adjourned the meeting at 12:45 PM. Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


activity_role: prevailed

evidence_text: Representative Steele moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 22, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 382 and SB 383 before the committee: SB 382 (Sen. Anthony) A bill to create a financial aid program for certain residents of this state who attend certain postsecondary educational institutions in this state; to provide for the administration of the financial aid program; to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities. SB 383 (Sen. Anthony) A bill to create a financial aid program for certain residents of this state who attend certain occupational training programs in this state; to provide for the administration of the financial aid program; to provide for the promulgation of rules; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state officers and entities. Senator Anthony testified in support of SB 382 and SB 383. Questions and discussions followed. Sarah Szurpicki, representing the Michigan Department of Lifelong Education, Advancement, and Potential, testified in support of SB 382 and SB 383. Questions and discussions followed. Kevin Stotts and Jeremy Hendges, representing TalentFirst, testified in support of SB 382 and SB 383. Questions and discussions followed. Brandy Johnson, representing the Michigan Community College Association, testified in support of SB 382 and SB 383. Questions and discussions followed. Perry Zielack, representing the House Fiscal Agency, approached to answer questions from committee members. Steve Leidel, representing Business Leaders for Michigan, testified in support of SB 382 and SB 383. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 382 and SB 383, but did not wish to speak: Christopher Germain, representing the Northern Michigan Chamber Alliance. Jacob Manning, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Elizabeth Kutter, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. The Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Ryan Fewins-Bliss, representing the Michigan College Access Network. Alexandra Stamm, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. Christine Simon, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber. The Chair laid HB 4551 before the committee: HB 4551 (Rep. Mueller) A bill to amend 1965 PA 203, entitled "Michigan commission on law enforcement standards act," by amending section 3 (MCL 28.603), as amended by 2016 PA 289. Representative Mueller testified in support of HB 4551. Una Jakupovic, representing the House Fiscal Agency, joined to answer questions from committee members. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 5504, HB 5505 and HB 5663 before the committee: HB 5504 (Rep. Kelly) A bill to create the state digital service office; to require reports; and to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities. HB 5505 (Rep. Kuhn) A bill to create the digital oversight office; and to prescribe the powers and duties of the office, certain officials, and state agencies. HB 5663 (Rep. Maddock) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The management and budget act," by amending sections 261e and 451a (MCL 18.1261e and 18.1451a), section 261e as added by 2020 PA 181 and section 451a as added by 1999 PA 8.


evidence_text: Representative Kelly moved to report out HB 5504 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 17-12-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele and Robinson. Nays: Reps. Tate, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Farhat, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Snyder and Longjohn. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Kuhn moved to report out HB 5505 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 17-12-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele and Robinson. Nays: Reps. Tate, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Farhat, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Snyder and Longjohn. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Maddock moved to report out HB 5663 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 17-12-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele and Robinson. Nays: Reps. Tate, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Farhat, Martus, McKinney, Morgan, Snyder and Longjohn. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4839 before the committee: HB 4839 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1939 PA 280, entitled "The social welfare act," (MCL 400.1 to 400.119b) by adding section 109z. The Chair explained proposed substitute (H-1) to HB 4839.


evidence_text: Representative VanWoerkom moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4839. The motion prevailed 18-1-10: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele, Robinson and Snyder. Nays: Rep. Morgan. Pass: Reps. Tate, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Farhat, Martus, McKinney and Longjohn.


evidence_text: Representative VanWoerkom moved to report out HB 4839 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 17-1-11: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele and Robinson. Nays: Rep. Morgan. Pass: Reps. Tate, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Farhat, Martus, McKinney, Snyder and Longjohn. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 4839 (H-1), but did not wish to speak: Christine Shearer, representing the Michigan Association of Health Plans. The Chair returned to HB 4551.


evidence_text: Representative Mueller moved to report out HB 4551 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 17-1-11: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Bollin, Maddock, Phil Green, Jenkins-Arno, Kelly, Markkanen, Mueller, Slagh, VanWoerkom, Beson, Borton, Roth, Cavitt, DeSana, Kuhn, Steele and Robinson. Nays: Rep. Snyder. Pass: Reps. Tate, O'Neal, Rogers, Steckloff, Glanville, Edwards, Farhat, Martus, McKinney, Morgan and Longjohn. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 4551, but did not wish to speak: Tim Bourgeis, representing the Michigan Commission on Law Enforcement Standards. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Bollin adjourned the meeting at 9:54 AM. Representative Ann Bollin, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 18, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5480 before the committee: HB 5480 (Rep. Rigas) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1401 (MCL 380.1401) and by adding section 1310f. Representative Rigas testified in support of HB 5480. Questions and discussions followed. Mira Moore and Heather Strong testified in support of HB 5480. Questions and discussions followed. Jennette Williamson testified in support of HB 5480. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5480, but did not wish to speak: Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. The Chair laid HB 5822 before the committee: HB 5822 (Rep. Phil Green) A bill to amend 2000 PA 161, entitled "Michigan education savings program act," by amending section 2 (MCL 390.1472), as amended by 2024 PA 195. Representative Green testified in support of HB 5822. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5822, but did not wish to speak: Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Scott Weaver, representing the Douglas J. Institute. Katie Witkowski, representing the Michigan Community Colleges Association. Stacey Wells, representing L'Esprit Academy. Dale Weighill, representing the MOTT Community College. Molly Macek, representing the Mackinac Center. Ryan Fewins-Bliss, representing the Michigan College Access Network. David Daginais, representing the Michigan College of Beauty. The Chair laid HB 5810 before the committee: HB 5810 (Rep. St. Germaine) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," (MCL 380.1 to 380.1852) by adding section 1278e. Representative St. Germaine testified in support of HB 5810. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5810, but did not wish to speak: Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. The chair laid a presentation from the University of Michigan before the committee. Robin Jacob and Catherine Asher, representing the University of Michigan Youth Policy Lab, gave a presentation on high impact tutoring. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to excuse Representatives Paquette and Wilson from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoer adjourned the meeting at 11:46 AM. Representative Nancy DeBoer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Frisbie moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 22, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5709 before the committee: HB 5709 (Rep. Roth) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 22224d. Representative Roth testified in support of HB 5709. Dr. Gregory Messenger, joined by Dr. Andrew Messenger, and Don Romain, representing Care for the Well, testified in support of HB 5709. Questions and discussions followed. Dr. Randy Hicks, representing the Michigan Radiological Society, testified in opposition to HB 5709. Questions and discussion followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5709, but did not wish to speak: Robert Kennedy, representing Ear, Nose, & Throat Consultants. Michael Van Beele, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. Tim Gaughan, representing the Michigan Chiropractors Association. Dr. Jeffery Weingarten, representing the Michigan Otolaryngologic Society. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5709, but did not wish to speak: Ashley Christian, representing Henry Ford Health. Elizabeth Kutter, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Kris Kraft, representing Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. The Chair laid SB 205 before the committee: SB 205 (Sen. Daley) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," (MCL 333.1101 to 333.25211) by adding section 10401. Senator Daley testified in support of SB 205. Patrick Wells-O'Brien, representing Gift of Life Michigan, testified in support of SB 205. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of SB 205, but did not wish to speak: Chardae Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services. The Chair laid a presentation on Partnerships to Improve Michiganders’ Nutrition and Health before the committee. Kate Bauer, representing the University of Michigan Institute for Food, Nutrition, and Health Policy, gave a presentation on Partnerships to Improve Michiganders' Nutrition and Health. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Schmaltz 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 10:11 AM. Representative Curtis VanderWall, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 22, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4408 before the committee: HB 4408 (Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1967 PA 224, entitled "Powers of appointment act of 1967," by amending sections 5a and 14 (MCL 556.115a and 556.124), section 5a as added and section 14 as amended by 2012 PA 485.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 4408 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope and Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 4523 before the committee: HB 4523 (Rep. Wozniak) A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled "Estates and protected individuals code," by amending sections 7105 and 7110 (MCL 700.7105 and 700.7110), as amended by 2024 PA 1.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 4523 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Hope and Breen. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5159 before the committee: HB 5159 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending sections 72, 73, 74, 75, 76, 77, and 78 (MCL 750.72, 750.73, 750.74, 750.75, 750.76, 750.77, and 750.78), sections 72 and 73 as amended by 2012 PA 531, sections 74, 75, and 76 as amended by 2012 PA 532, section 77 as amended by 2012 PA 533, and section 78 as amended by 2014 PA 111. Representative Tisdel testified in support of HB 5159. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 5510 and HB 5511 before the committee: HB 5510 (Rep. St. Germaine) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 1 of chapter XI (MCL 771.1), as amended by 2019 PA 165. HB 5511 (Rep. Edwards) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 1a to chapter XI. Representative St. Germaine testified in support of HB 5510 and HB 5511. Questions and discussions followed. Pete Lucido, Macomb County Prosecutor, testified in support of HB 5510 and HB 5511. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5510 and HB 5511, but did not wish to speak: Heath B. Lowry, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence. The Chair laid HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213 before the committee: HB 5211 (Rep. Johnsen) A bill to amend 1970 PA 91, entitled "Child custody act of 1970," by amending sections 3 and 5 (MCL 722.23 and 722.25), section 3 as amended by 2016 PA 95 and section 5 as amended by 2016 PA 96. HB 5212 (Rep. Wilson) A bill to amend 1970 PA 91, entitled "Child custody act of 1970," by amending sections 6a and 7a (MCL 722.26a and 722.27a), section 6a as added by 1980 PA 434 and section 7a as amended by 2016 PA 96. HB 5213 (Rep. BeGole) A bill to amend 1982 PA 294, entitled "Friend of the court act," by amending section 5 (MCL 552.505), as amended by 2009 PA 233. Representative Johnsen testified in support of HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Wilson testified in support of HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Questions and discussions followed. Representative BeGole testified in support of HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Questions and discussions followed. Dr. Donald Hubin, representing the National Parents Organization, testified in support of HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Questions and discussions followed. Thomas Kizer Jr., representing himself, testified in support of HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Lauren Corbett, representing Michigan for Shared Parenting, testified in support of HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Judge Lisa McCormick, representing the Michigan Judges Association, testified in opposition to HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Questions and discussions followed. Heath B. Lowrey and Johanna Konoren, representing the Michigan Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, testified in opposition to HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Don Wheaton, representing the Family Law Section State Bar of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Questions and discussions followed. Liisa Speaker, representing the Family Law Section State Bar of Michigan, testified in opposition to HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in support of HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Katherine Bussard, representing herself. Jamie Smith, representing Michigan for Shared Parenting. Christian Rogers, representing himself. Joshua Barz, representing himself. James Gibbons, representing Brad Gibbons - Children of Michigan. Lois Gibbons, representing Brad Gibbons - Children of Michigan. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Elly Jordan, representing the Michigan Poverty Law Program. Dena Roberts, representing the MI Safe Harbor. Geralyn Morris, representing Protective Parents Michigan. Amber, representing Protective Parents Michigan. Professor William Wagner, representing himself. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in support of HB 5211, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Anthony Hudson, representing Parents in Michigan. Gregory McLendon, representing himself. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213, but did not wish to speak: John Nichols, representing Michigan for Shared Parenting. Julie Lyn Gibbons, representing Brad Gibbons. Bruce Ball, representing himself. Barry Canner, representing himself. Lola Hubbard, representing herself. Attorney Jermaine Wyrick, representing himself. Robert Kerr, representing himself. Karl Dersch, representing Michigan for Shared Parenting. Travis and Ashley VandenBerg, representing themselves. John Hutton, representing Brad Gibbons - Kids of Michigan. Glenna Fritz, representing the Children of Michigan - Brad Gibbons. John Hubbard, representing himself. Howard T. Smith II, representing himself. Robert Campbell, representing himself. Ann Jarvis, representing herself. Benjamin Hughey, representing himself. Jessica Passons, representing herself. Gerald Jarvis, representing himself. Timothy "TJ" Corbett, representing himself. James K. Holder, representing himself. Brian Hendricks, representing the National Parents Organization. Tricia Winkler, representing Shared Equal Parenting. Bradley Gibbons, representing Michigan for Shared Parenting. Anne Holder, representing the Children of Michigan. Jacob Garcia, representing himself. Tim G. Corbett, representing himself and family. Valerie Corbett, representing herself and family. Shawn Lally, representing Oakland County. Crystal Falls, representing herself. Kathy Plesuchenho, representing herself. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5211, HB 5212 and HB 5213, but did not wish to speak: Jess Averill, representing the MI Domestic and Sexual Violence Prevention and Treatment Board. Emily Brittain, representing the YWCA Kalamazoo. Jacqueline Peterson, representing her daughter Kourtney. Kourtney Robertson, representing herself. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5211, but did not wish to speak: Samantha Sitts, representing Lauren. Seth Derby, representing Shared Parenting. Allen Abrahams, representing himself. Brad Carter, representing Parents. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 12:01 PM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 22, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5485 before the committee: HB 5485 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 31502, 31503, 31504, 31505, 31506, 31507, 31508, 31509, 31510, 31511, 31513, 31515, 31516, 31517, 31518, 31520, 31521, and 31523 (MCL 324.31502, 324.31503, 324.31504, 324.31505, 324.31506, 324.31507, 324.31508, 324.31509, 324.31510, 324.31511, 324.31513, 324.31515, 324.31516, 324.31517, 324.31518, 324.31520, 324.31521, and 324.31523), sections 31502, 31503, 31504, 31505, 31507, 31508, 31510, 31511, 31513, 31515, 31516, 31517, 31518, 31520, 31521, and 31523 as added by 1995 PA 59, section 31506 as amended by 1995 PA 100, and section 31509 as amended by 2004 PA 325, and by adding sections 31506a, 31509a, 31509b, 31517a, 31518a, 31518b, 31518c, 31518d, 31528a, and 31528b. Representative Schuette and Dave Kepler, representing the Four Lakes Task Force, testified in support of HB 5485. Questions and discussions followed. Dylan Gebhard and Luke Trumble, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, testified in support of HB 5485. Questions and discussions followed. Dan DeVawn, representing GEI Consultants, testified in support of HB 5485. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in support of HB 5485, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Rebecca Esselman, representing the Huron River Watershed Council. Bryan Burroughs, representing Michigan Trout Unlimited. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5485, but did not wish to speak: Abbie Hawley, representing the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council. Melissa DeSimone, representing the Michigan Lakes and Streams Association. Megan Tinsley, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. Nicole Keway Biber, representing Clean Water Action. Ben Powlsen, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Dennis Louney, representing the Mid Michigan Environmental Action Center. Lisha Ramsdell, representing Huron Pines. Greg Eagle, representing the Michigan Resource Stewards. Lisa Kirkwood, representing the Flow Water Advocates. Charles Griffith, representing the Ecology Center. The Chair laid HB 5501 before the committee: HB 5501 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 30311d (MCL 324.30311d), as amended by 2013 PA 98.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5501. The motion prevailed 10-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: Reps. McFall, Weiss, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 5501 with recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-2) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: Reps. McFall, Weiss, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5502 before the committee: HB 5502 (Rep. Cavitt) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 30305 (MCL 324.30305), as amended by 2018 PA 631.


evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to report out HB 5502 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: Reps. McFall, Weiss, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5536 before the committee: HB 5536 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 30301, 30307, and 30308 (MCL 324.30301, 324.30307, and 324.30308), sections 30301 and 30307 as amended by 2018 PA 631 and section 30308 as added by 1995 PA 59.


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to report out HB 5536 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: Reps. McFall, Weiss, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5536, but did not wish to speak: Jeff Vornhagen, representing the Michigan Botanical Society. Greg Eagle, representing the Michigan Resource Stewards. The Chair laid HB 5557 before the committee: HB 5557 (Rep. Prestin) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 5503 (MCL 324.5503).


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 5557 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 10-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: Reps. McFall, Weiss, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5082 before the committee: HB 5082 (Rep. Kunse) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending section 30321 (MCL 324.30321), as amended by 2018 PA 631.


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to report out HB 5082 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-5-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Outman, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: Reps. McFall, Weiss, Foreman, Myers-Phillips and Wooden. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 5082, HB 5501, HB 5502 and HB 5536, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Jennifer McKay, representing Niswander Environmental. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5082, HB 5501, HB 5502 and HB 5536, but did not wish to speak: Steve Niswander, the CEO, Niswander Environmental. Tyler Smith, representing the Michigan Wetland Association. Abbie Hawley, representing the Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council. Ashley Flintoff, representing the Friends of the Rouge. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5082, HB 5501, HB 5502 and HB 5536, but did not wish to speak: Eric Chappell, representing ABC of Michigan. Josh Scramlin, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau.


evidence_text: Representative Outman moved to excuse Representatives Scott and Arbit from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 1:27 PM. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 19, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Bean Commission before the committee. Joe Cramer, representing the Michigan Bean Commission, gave a presentation on Michigan's dry bean production. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to excuse Representatives Paiz and 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 11:02 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 23, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5498 and HB 5499 before the committee: HB 5498 (Rep. Borton) A bill to require certain agencies to designate certain employees to certain positions to manage the issuance of permits. HB 5499 (Rep. DeBoyer) A bill to amend 1969 PA 306, entitled "Administrative procedures act of 1969," by amending section 101 (MCL 24.301). Substitute (H-1) to HB 5498 was previously adopted on Apri 23, 2026.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak moved to report out HB 5498 with recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and the bill then pass. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitutes be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 7-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, Harris, BeGole, DeBoyer and St. Germaine. Nays: Reps. Grant, Brixie and Tate. Pass: None. Substitute (H-1) to HB 5499 was previously adopted on Apri 23, 2026.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoyer moved to report out HB 5499 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-3-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Hoadley, Bohnak, Outman, Harris, BeGole, DeBoyer and St. Germaine. Nays: Reps. Grant, Brixie and Tate. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5498 and HB 5499, but did not wish to speak: Joshua Scramlin, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. The Chair laid HB 5099 and HB 5100 before the committee: HB 5099 (Rep. Tyrone Carter) A bill to amend 1985 PA 106, entitled "State convention facility development act," by amending sections 10 and 20 (MCL 207.630 and 207.640), as amended by 2022 PA 276. HB 5100 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 2008 PA 554, entitled "Regional convention facility authority act," by amending section 11 (MCL 141.1361), as amended by 2009 PA 63. Representative Tyrone Carter, joined by Bryan Crowe and Claude Molinari, representing the Detroit Regional Convention Facility Authority (Huntington Place), testified in support of HB 5099 and HB 5100. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5099 and HB 5100, but did not wish to speak: Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Hoadley adjourned the meeting at 10:50 AM. Representative Mike Hoadley, Chair Dakota Soda Committee Clerk dsoda@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 23, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a Presentation by Ryan Kilpatrick from Flywheel on Housing Opportunities in Michigan. Ryan Kilpatrick, representing Flywheel, gave a presentation on Housing Opportunities in Michigan. Questions and discussion followed. The Chair laid HB 5570 and HB 5571 before the committee: HB 5570 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled "Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act," (MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 4i. HB 5571 (Rep. Wooden) A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled "Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act," (MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 4j. Representative Wooden, and Scott Ray, representing the office of Representative Fairbairn, testified in support of HB 5570 and HB 5571. Questions and discussions followed. Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan, and Josh Lunger, representing the Grand Rapids Chamber, testified in support of HB 5570 and HB 5571. Jeffrey Ferweda, representing the American Institute of Architects, testified in opposition to HB 5570 and HB 5571. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 5570 and HB 5571, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Matt Sahr, representing the Michigan Professional Firefighters Union. The following people submitted a card wishing to speak in support of HB 5570 and HB 5571, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Gabe Kravitz, representing Pew Charitable Trusts. Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Rick Boisvert, representing the Brighton Area Fire Authority. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5570 and HB 5571, but did not wish to speak: Jan Culbertson, representing the American Institute of Architects, Michigan. Terrence Chesney, representing the Michigan Professional Firefighters Union. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5570 and HB 5571, but did not wish to speak: Ben Poulson, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Kent Wood, representing Housing North. Mariah Walton, representing the City of Ann Arbor. Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Holly Tatman, representing the Apartment Association. Erika Farley, representing the Rental Property Owners Association. Sonny Koch and Tim Golding, representing Americans for Prosperity-Michigan. Marta Johnson, representing the Sierra Club and Climate Cabinet. Ron Kendall, representing ABC of Michigan. Shawon Cecil, representing Michigan Realtors. Lauren Strickland, representing Abundant Housing Michigan. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5570, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5571, but did not wish to speak: Stephanie Johnson, representing the Michigan Association of Fire Chiefs. The Chair laid HB 5872, HB 5873, HB 5874, HB 5875, HB 5876, HB 5877, HB 5878, HB 5879 and HJR T before the committee: HB 5872 (Rep. Bollin) 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 5873 (Rep. Frisbie) A bill to repeal 1993 PA 331, entitled "State education tax act," (MCL 211.901 to 211.906). HB 5874 (Rep. Linting) A bill to repeal 1993 PA 330, entitled "State real estate transfer tax act," (MCL 207.521 to 207.537). HB 5875 (Rep. Bohnak) A bill to amend 2018 PA 57, entitled "Recodified tax increment financing act," by amending section 228a (MCL 125.4228a). HB 5876 (Rep. Kuhn) A bill to amend 1941 PA 122, entitled "An act to establish the revenue collection duties of the department of treasury; to prescribe its powers and duties as the revenue collection agency of this state; to prescribe certain powers and duties of the state treasurer; to establish the collection duties of certain other state departments for money or accounts owed to this state; to regulate the importation, stamping, and disposition of certain tobacco products; to provide for the transfer of powers and duties now vested in certain other state boards, commissions, departments, and offices; to prescribe certain duties of and require certain reports from the department of treasury; to provide procedures for the payment, administration, audit, assessment, levy of interests or penalties on, and appeals of taxes and tax liability; to prescribe its powers and duties if an agreement to act as agent for a city to administer, collect, and enforce the city income tax act on behalf of a city is entered into with any city; to provide an appropriation; to abolish the state board of tax administration; to prescribe penalties and provide remedies; and to declare the effect of this act," by amending section 21 (MCL 205.21), as amended by 2017 PA 215. HB 5877 (Rep. Robinson) A bill to amend 1998 PA 386, entitled "Estates and protected individuals code," by amending section 3912 (MCL 700.3912). HB 5878 (Rep. Schriver) A bill to amend 1893 PA 206, entitled "The general property tax act," by amending section 19 (MCL 211.19), as amended by 2023 PA 176, and by adding section 9q. HB 5879 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1939 PA 3, entitled "An act to provide for the regulation and control of public and certain private utilities and other services affected with a public interest within this state; to provide for alternative energy suppliers and certain providers of electric vehicle charging services; to provide for licensing; to include municipally owned utilities and other providers of energy under certain provisions of this act; to create a public service commission and to prescribe and define its powers and duties; to abolish the Michigan public utilities commission and to confer the powers and duties vested by law on the public service commission; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide for the continuance, transfer, and completion of certain matters and proceedings; to abolish automatic adjustment clauses; to prohibit certain rate increases without notice and hearing; to qualify residential energy conservation programs permitted under state law for certain federal exemption; to create a fund; to encourage the utilization of resource recovery facilities; to prohibit certain acts and practices of providers of energy; to allow for the securitization of stranded costs; to reduce rates; to provide for appeals; to provide appropriations; to declare the effect and purpose of this act; to prescribe remedies and penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," by amending section 6a (MCL 460.6a), as amended by 2023 PA 231. HJR T (Rep. Bollin) A joint resolution proposing an amendment to the state constitution of 1963, by amending section 3 of article IX, to limit the amount by which the taxable value of property owned and used as a principal residence may increase upon the transfer of that property.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HJR T. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5872. The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall. Representative Bollin testified in support of HB 5872 and HJR T. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Frisbie testified in support of HB 5873. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Linting and Representative Bohnak testified in support of HB 5874 and HB 5875. Representative Kuhn and Representative Robinson testified in support of HB 5876 and HB 5877. Questions and discussions followed. Representative Schriver testified in support of HB 5878. Representative Thompson testified in support of HB 5879. Shawon Cecil, representing the Michigan Realtors, testified in support of HB 5874, HB 5875, HB 5876, HB 5877, HB 5878, HB 5879 and HJR T. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5873 and HB 5874, but did not wish to speak: Annie Monaweck, representing the Calhoun Intermediate School District. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5872, HB 5873, HB 5874, HB 5875, HB 5876, HB 5877, HB 5878 and HJR T, but did not wish to speak: Rachel Richards, representing the Michigan League for Public Policy. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5872, HB 5873, HB 5874, HB 5878 and HJR T, but did not wish to speak: Bob Kefgen, representing the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals. Matt Schueller, representing the Michigan Association of Superintendents and Administrators. Hannah Sweeney, representing the Capital Area Regional Education Strategy. Jennifer Smith, representing the Michigan Association of School Boards. Dr. David Michelson, representing the Michigan Education Association. Dan Behm, representing the Education Advocates of West Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5872, HB 5878 and HJR T, but did not wish to speak: Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. John LaMacchia, representing the Michigan Municipal League. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak in opposition to HB 5872, HB 5873, HB 5874, HB 5875, HB 5876, HB 5877, HB 5878, HB 5879 and HJR T, but due to the time constraints were unable to speak: Ashley Meyers. There being no further business before the committee, Chair BeGole adjourned the meeting at 10:25 AM. Representative Brian BeGole, Chair Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 23, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5755 before the committee: HB 5755 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1984 PA 431, entitled "The management and budget act," (MCL 18.1101 to 18.1594) by adding section 274. Representative Bollin testified in support of HB 5755. Lisa McGraw testified in support of HB 5755. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5755, but did not wish to speak: Cami Pendell, representing the Mackinac Center. The Chair laid HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569 before the committee: HB 5558 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to regulate the business of providing earned wage access services; to require the licensing of providers of earned wage access services; to impose fees; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to prescribe penalties; to require the promulgation of rules; and to prescribe civil sanctions and provide remedies. HB 5559 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 2006 PA 250, entitled "Money transmission services act," by amending section 4 (MCL 487.1004), as amended by 2018 PA 573. HB 5560 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1978 PA 390, entitled "An act to regulate the time and manner of payment of wages and fringe benefits to employees; to prescribe rights and responsibilities of employers and employees, and the powers and duties of the department of labor; to require keeping of records; to provide for settlement of disputes regarding wages and fringe benefits; to prohibit certain practices by employers; to prescribe penalties and remedies; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," (MCL 408.471 to 408.490) by adding section 18a. HB 5561 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled "Occupational code," by amending section 901 (MCL 339.901), as amended by 2016 PA 167. HB 5562 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1988 PA 161, entitled "Consumer financial services act," by amending section 2 (MCL 487.2052), as amended by 2006 PA 252. HB 5563 (Rep. Liberati) A bill to amend 1981 PA 70, entitled "An act to regulate the collection practices of certain persons; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state agencies; and to provide penalties and civil fines," by amending section 1 (MCL 445.251), as amended by 2016 PA 168. HB 5564 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending section 4012 (MCL 600.4012), as amended by 2015 PA 14. HB 5565 (Rep. Martin) A bill to amend 2005 PA 244, entitled "Deferred presentment service transactions act," by amending section 11 (MCL 487.2131). HB 5566 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1995 PA 162, entitled "Credit reform act," by amending section 2 (MCL 445.1852), as amended by 1996 PA 419. HB 5567 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1939 PA 21, entitled "Regulatory loan act," by amending section 20 (MCL 493.20). HB 5568 (Rep. Herzberg) A bill to amend 1966 PA 326, entitled "An act to regulate the rate of interest of money; to provide exceptions; to prescribe the rights of parties; and to repeal certain acts and parts of acts," by amending section 1 (MCL 438.31). HB 5569 (Rep. Herzberg) A bill to amend 1968 PA 259, entitled "An act to define and regulate the practice of criminal usury and to provide a penalty," (MCL 438.41 to 438.42) by adding section 1a. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5558, HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569, but did not wish to speak: Jessica AcMoody, representing CEDAM. Kaci Pellar, representing the Detroit Disability Power. Lauren Marks, representing the United Way for Southeastern Michigan. Dustin Turczynski, representing D & I Holdings LLC. Ryan Sebolt, representing the Michigan AFL-CIO. Monica Burks, representing the Center for Responsible Lending. Dr. Ted Bolema, representing the Mackinac Center. Catherine Distelrath, representing the Corporation for Supportive Housing. Richard Cannon, representing the Church of the Messiah Housing Corp. Ryan VerWys, representing ICCF Community Homes. David Withey II, representing Express Yourself LLC. Jane Mackenzie, representing Northern Homes CDC. Dallas Lanear, representing Project GREEN. Alison Freas, representing The SOURCE. Chris Bennett, representing the Genesis Nonprofit Housing Corp. Michele Strasz, representing the United Way of South Central Michigan. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5559, HB 5560, HB 5561, HB 5562, HB 5563, HB 5564, HB 5565, HB 5566, HB 5567, HB 5568 and HB 5569, but did not wish to speak: Todd Tennis, representing the Center for Civil Justice.


evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5558. The motion prevailed 13-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer and Grant. Nays: Reps. Neeley and Dievendorf. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 5558 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 10-2-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley and Dievendorf. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Witwer and Grant.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 5559 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 5560 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to report out HB 5561 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 5562 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Neyer moved to report out HB 5563 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Rigas moved to report out HB 5564 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to report out HB 5565 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to report out HB 5566 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to report out HB 5567 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Wendzel moved to report out HB 5568 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer.


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 5569 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-3-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting and Liberati. Nays: Reps. Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Witwer. The Chair laid HB 5551 before the committee: HB 5551 (Rep. Tisdel) A bill to amend 2016 PA 407, entitled "Skilled trades regulation act," by amending section 1107 (MCL 339.6107). The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5551, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skorup, representing the Mackinac Center. Eric Chappell, representing ABC of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5551, but did not wish to speak: Larry D'Ascenzo, representing Guardian Plumbing. Lauren Marks, representing the United Way for Southwestern Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5551. The motion prevailed 13-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer and Neeley. Nays: Reps. Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Hoadley moved to report out HB 5551 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 9-6-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas and Linting. Nays: Reps. Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5356 before the committee: HB 5356 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 14, 41a, 78, 217, 217c, 233, 233a, 233b, 234, 238, 239, 240, 248, 248a, 248j, 249, 250, 258, 801b, 806, and 810a (MCL 257.14, 257.41a, 257.78, 257.217, 257.217c, 257.233, 257.233a, 257.233b, 257.234, 257.238, 257.239, 257.240, 257.248, 257.248a, 257.248j, 257.249, 257.250, 257.258, 257.801b, 257.806, and 257.810a), sections 14, 217c, 248, and 250 as amended by 2022 PA 224, section 41a as amended by 1998 PA 384, sections 217 and 233a as amended by 2023 PA 240, section 233 as amended by 2014 PA 290, section 233b as amended by 2002 PA 642, section 234 as amended by 2002 PA 552, section 238 as amended by 2014 PA 291, section 239 as amended by 2020 PA 382, section 240 as amended by 2004 PA 493, section 248a as amended by 2012 PA 498, section 248j as added by 2002 PA 652, section 249 as amended by 2004 PA 495, section 258 as amended by 2018 PA 74, section 801b as amended by 1986 PA 311, section 806 as amended by 2023 PA 129, and section 810a as amended by 1993 PA 300, and by adding section 9b. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5356, but did not wish to speak: Matt Sowash, MLC, representing the Recycled Materials Association.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5356. The motion prevailed 13-2-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer and Neeley. Nays: Reps. Dievendorf and Grant. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Rigas moved to report out HB 5356 with recommendation that the substitute (H-2) be adopted. The committee further recommended that the bill and substitute (H-2) be referred to the Committee on Rules. The motion prevailed 14-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Dievendorf. The Chair laid HB 5045 and HB 5046 before the committee: HB 5045 (Rep. BeGole) A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled "State housing development authority act of 1966," by amending sections 48g and 48i (MCL 125.1448g and 125.1448i), section 48g as added by 1981 PA 173 and section 48i as amended by 2004 PA 540. HB 5046 (Rep. O'Neal) A bill to amend 1961 PA 236, entitled "Revised judicature act of 1961," by amending sections 3232 and 3240 (MCL 600.3232 and 600.3240), section 3240 as amended by 2019 PA 130.


evidence_text: Representative Neyer moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5045. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Fairbairn moved to report out HB 5045 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Liberati moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5046. The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 5046 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 15-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Aragona, Fairbairn, Wozniak, Wendzel, Tisdel, Hoadley, Neyer, Rigas, Linting, Liberati, Tyrone Carter, Witwer, Neeley, Dievendorf and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807 before the committee: HB 5805 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1966 PA 346, entitled "State housing development authority act of 1966," by amending section 22 (MCL 125.1422), as amended by 2012 PA 327, and by adding section 22e. HB 5806 (Rep. Grant) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding sections 279, 679, and 821. HB 5807 (Rep. Aragona) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," by amending sections 476a and 476b (MCL 500.476a and 500.476b), as amended by 2007 PA 187. Representative Grant testified in support of HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807. Questions and discussions followed. Jennifer Bowman and Tony Lentych, both representing the Michigan State Housing Development Authority (MSHDA), testified in support of HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807. Questions and discussions followed. Chris Potterpin, representing the Michigan Housing Council, testified in support of HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807. Questions and discussions followed. Mark Lockwood, representing the Michigan Housing Council, testified in support of HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807. Questions and discussions followed. Colin Nickells, representing Advantage Capital, testified in support of HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807. Questions and discussions followed. Phillip Gillman, representing Sugar Creek Capital, testified in support of HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807. Questions and discussions followed. David A. Northern, Sr., representing the Flint Housing Commission, testified in support of HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5805, HB 5806 and HB 5807, but did not wish to speak: Dawn Crandall, representing the Homebuilders Association of Michigan. Kelli Dobner, representing Samaritas. Jessica AcMoody, representing CEDAM. Jen Rigterink, representing the Michigan Municipal League. Judy Allen, representing the Michigan Townships Association. Amin Irving, representing Ginosko Development. Brian Shoaf, representing the Detroit Regional Chamber. Diane Smith, representing CSI Support & Development. Glenn Wilson, representing Communities First, Inc. Joe Tandy, representing KMG Prestige. Melissa Satterfield, representing Heritage Property Management. Kathy Makino-Leipsitz, representing Shelborne Development. Lee Mackie Woodruff IV, representing RW Properties. Mark McDaniel, representing Cinnaire. Jerry Krueger, representing the American Community Developers. Jeff Woda, representing the Woda Cooper Companies. Matt Reenders, representing Reenders Inc. David Layman, representing Hooker DeJong. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5805 and HB 5807, but did not wish to speak: Mariah Walton, representing the City of Ann Arbor. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5805, but did not wish to speak: J.T. Mackey, representing Cinnaire.


evidence_text: Representative Rigas moved to excuse Representatives Thompson and 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 10:17 AM. Representative Joseph A. Aragona, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 16, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5074 before the committee: HB 5074 (Rep. Thompson) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16903, 18111, 18223, 18233, and 18509 (MCL 333.16903, 333.18111, 333.18223, 333.18233, and 333.18509), section 16903 as amended by 2006 PA 388, section 18111 as amended by 2019 PA 96, section 18223 as amended by 2018 PA 24, section 18233 as amended by 1994 PA 234, and section 18509 as amended by 2004 PA 61, and by adding sections 18111a and 18227. Representative Thompson testified in support of HB 5074. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5074, but did not wish to speak: Jarrett Skroup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. The Chair laid HB 5456 before the committee: HB 5456 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to create a hyperbaric oxygen therapy grant program and pilot program for providing treatment to veterans with traumatic brain injuries or post-traumatic stress disorder; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; and to require the promulgation of rules. Representative Schmaltz testified in support of HB 5456. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5456, but did not wish to speak: Eric Calley, representing the VFW of the State of Michigan. The Chair laid HB 5644 before the committee: HB 5644 (Rep. Outman) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 19a, 675, 803d, and 803h (MCL 257.19a, 257.675, 257.803d, and 257.803h), section 19a as amended by 2002 PA 618, section 675 as amended by 2018 PA 179, and sections 803d and 803h as amended by 2018 PA 62.


evidence_text: Representative Martin moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5644. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Farhat, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 5644 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Farhat, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5644, but did not wish to speak: Karla Ruest, representing the Michigan Council of Nurse Practitioners. American Association of Nurse Practitioners. The Chair laid HB 5332 before the committee: HB 5332 (Rep. Martus) A bill to amend 2016 PA 436, entitled "Unmanned aircraft systems act," (MCL 259.301 to 259.331) by adding section 6.


evidence_text: Representative Farhat moved to report out HB 5332 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Farhat, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5281 before the committee: HB 5281 (Rep. Harris) A bill to regulate third-party litigation funding transactions; to require disclosures in those transactions; to establish the responsibilities of litigation funding companies and of attorneys; to require registration of litigation funding companies; to impose fees; to provide for the powers and duties of state governmental officers and entities; to prescribe civil fines and to provide remedies; and to require and allow the promulgation of rules. Representative Harris testified in support of HB 5281. Questions and discussions followed.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5281. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Farhat, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Schuette offered the following amendment to HB 5281 (H-1): 1. Amend page 19, line 12, after "promulgate" by striking out the balance of the line through the first "act" on line 13 and inserting "only those rules necessary to implement sections 11 and 12. Rules promulgated under this section must be promulgated".


evidence_text: Representative Aragona moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5281. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Farhat, Liberati and Herzberg. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to report HB 5281, as amended, as substitute (H-4). The motion prevailed 6-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus and DeBoer. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Farhat, Liberati and Herzberg. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5281, but did not wish to speak: Amanda Fisher, representing the National Federation of Independent Businesses. Remi Stone, representing the Doctors Company. Zach Rudat, representing the Michigan Alliance for Legal Reform. Rob Anderson, representing the Michigan Farm Bureau. Dave Worthams, representing the Michigan Manufacturers Association. Shanda Greco, representing the Insurance Alliance of Michigan. Eric Chappell, representing ABC of Michigan. Randy Gross, representing the Michigan Chamber of Commerce. Elizabeth Kutter, representing the Michigan Health and Hospital Association. Jacob Manning, representing the Small Business Association of Michigan. Karen Johnston, representing Toyota. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5281, but did not wish to speak: Mitch Albers, representing the Michigan Association for Justice. The Chair laid HB 4935 before the committee: HB 4935 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending section 16601 (MCL 333.16601), as amended by 2018 PA 463, and by adding sections 16187b and 16611a.


evidence_text: Representative Posthumus moved to report out HB 4935 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 8-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Schuette, Aragona, Wendzel, Martin, Posthumus, DeBoer, Farhat and Liberati. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. Herzberg. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 4935, but did not wish to speak: Jason Lachowski, representing AARP of Michigan. Jarrett Skroup, representing the Mackinac Center for Public Policy. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Schuette adjourned the meeting at 10:52 AM. Representative Bill Schuette, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 21, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5899 before the committee: HB 5899 (Rep. Jaime Greene) A bill to create an artificial intelligence governing board and prescribe its powers and duties; to require the creation of an artificial intelligence pilot program; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to create funds; and to provide for the promulgation of rules. At 10:35 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 10:36 AM, Majority Vice Chair Kunse called the committee back to order. Representative Greene testified in support of HB 5899. Questions and discussion followed. At 10:46 AM, Majority Vice Chair Kunse laid the committee at ease. At 10:47 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Kevin Frazier, Senior Fellow, representing the Abundance Institute, testified in support of HB 5899. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair recognized the 2025 Bavarian Festival Princess Court from Frankenmuth, guests of Representative Beson. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Jaime Greene adjourned the meeting at 10:53 AM. Representative Jaime Greene, Chair Matthew Carnagie Acting Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Wozniak moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 28, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The chair laid presentations from Representative Steele and Michigan foster parents and advocates from Southeast Michigan before the committee. Misty Schaffer, representing herself, gave a presentation to the committee. Questions and discussions followed. Colleen Worthen, representing herself, gave a presentation to the committee. Chloe Verbeke, representing herself, gave a presentation to the committee. Cheryl Verbeke, representing herself, gave a presentation to the committee. The Chair laid HB 5723 before the committee: HB 5723 (Rep. Meerman) A bill to amend 1973 PA 116, entitled "An act to provide for the protection of children through the licensing and regulation of child care organizations; to provide for the establishment of standards of care for child care organizations; to prescribe powers and duties of certain departments of this state and adoption facilitators; to provide penalties; and to repeal acts and parts of acts," (MCL 722.111 to 722.128) by adding section 16a. Representative Meerman testified in support of HB 5723. Questions and discussions followed. Dan Gowdy, representing the Association of Accredited Child and Family Agencies, testified in support of HB 5723. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5723, but did not wish to speak: Kevin Roach, representing MCHS Family of Services. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5723, but did not wish to speak: Chardae' Burton, representing the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services.


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to excuse Representative Rheingans 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 1:01 PM. Representative Kathy Schmaltz, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Bierlein moved to adopt the meeting minutes from March 17, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid before the committee a presentation from the Office the of Auditor General on IT Contracting. Nanci Bashore, Audit Manager, and Rebecca Murray, Principal Audit Supervisor, representing the Michigan Office of the Auditor General, gave a presentation to the committee on IT Contracting. 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 Edward Sleeper Committee Clerk esleeper@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Alexander moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 28, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4644 before the committee: HB 4644 (Rep. St. Germaine) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending section 657a (MCL 257.657a), as amended by 2018 PA 139. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 4644, but did not wish to speak: Max Aulbach, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 4644. 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 4644 with recommendation, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 14-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Outman, Alexander, Carra, Bruck, Kunse, Neyer, Prestin, Bohnak, Frisbie, Wortz, Herzberg, Koleszar, Andrews and Grant. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Miller and Wilson. The Chair laid HB 5726 before the committee: HB 5726 (Rep. Koleszar) A bill to amend 1909 PA 283, entitled "An act to revise, consolidate, and add to the laws relating to the establishment, opening, discontinuing, vacating, closing, altering, improvement, maintenance, and use of the public highways and private roads; the condemnation of property and gravel therefor; the building, repairing and preservation of bridges; maintaining public access to waterways under certain conditions; setting and protecting shade trees, drainage, and cutting weeds and brush within this state; providing for the election or appointment and defining the powers, duties, and compensation of state, county, township, and district highway officials; and to prescribe penalties and provide remedies," by amending section 2 (MCL 225.2). The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5726, but did not wish to speak: Max Aulbach, representing the Michigan Department of Transportation.


evidence_text: Representative Koleszar moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5726. 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 Koleszar moved to report out HB 5726 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). 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. The Chair laid HB 5767 and HB 5768 before the committee: HB 5767 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 2006 PA 384, entitled "Driver education provider and instructor act," (MCL 256.621 to 256.705) by adding section 40. HB 5768 (Rep. Alexander) A bill to amend 1949 PA 300, entitled "Michigan vehicle code," by amending sections 309 and 310e (MCL 257.309 and 257.310e), section 309 as amended by 2022 PA 45 and section 310e as amended by 2019 PA 33, and by adding section 309a. Representative Alexander testified in support of HB 5767 and HB 5768. Questions and discussions followed. Brian Sarkella, representing the ROWE Professional, testified in support of HB 5767 and HB 5768. Questions and discussions followed. Madeline Strickler, representing the American Traffic Safety Services, testified in support of HB 5767 and HB 5768. Questions and discussions followed. Nick Andary, representing the Michigan Department of State, testified with no position on HB 5767 and HB 5768. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5767 and HB 5768, but did not wish to speak: Troy S. Hagon, representing the American Council of Engineering Companies of Michigan (ACEC/Michigan). Brett Stanton, representing the Asphalt Pavement Association of Michigan. Jacob Toomey, representing the Michigan Laborers' District Council. Lance Binoniemi, representing the Michigan Infrastructure and Transportation Association (MITA).


evidence_text: Representative Herzberg moved to excuse Representative Hope 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 12:37 PM. Representative Pat Outman, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5819, HB 5820, and HB 5821 before the committee: HB 5819 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1280f (MCL 380.1280f), as amended by 2024 PA 146. HB 5820 (Rep. Jaime Greene) 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. HB 5821 (Rep. Linting) A bill to amend 1976 PA 451, entitled "The revised school code," by amending section 1280f (MCL 380.1280f), as amended by 2024 PA 146. Representative Schmaltz testified in support of HB 5819. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Greene testified in support of HB 5820. Questions and discussion followed. Representative Linting testified in support of HB 5821. Questions and discussion followed. Dr. Kari Krantz, representing herself, testified with a neutral position on HB 5819, HB 5820 and HB 5821. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 5957 before the committee: HB 5957 (Rep. DeBoer) 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. Representative DeBoer testified in support of HB 5957. Questions and discussion followed. The committee returned to consideration of HB 5819, HB 5820, and HB 5821. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5819, HB 5820 and HB 5821, but did not wish to speak: Jeff Cobb, representing EdTrust Midwest. Beth DeShone, representing the MI Forward Network. Business Leaders for Michigan. Christine Simon, representing the GR Chamber. Heather Eckner, representing the Autism Alliance of Michigan. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5819 and HB 5820, but did not wish to speak: Molly Macek, representing the Mackinac Center. Katherine Bussard, representing herself. The committee returned to consideration of HB 5957. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5957, but did not wish to speak: Katherine Bussard, representing herself. Molly Macek, representing the Mackinac Center.


evidence_text: Representative Linting moved to excuse Representative Kunse from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair DeBoer adjourned the meeting at 11:06 AM. Representative Nancy DeBoer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative DeBoer moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 4466, HB 4467 and HB 4468 before the committee: HB 4466 (Rep. Jaime Greene) A bill to amend 1978 PA 368, entitled "Public health code," by amending sections 16221 and 16226 (MCL 333.16221 and 333.16226), as amended by 2023 PA 209. HB 4467 (Rep. Paquette) A bill to prohibit chemical and surgical mutilation of minors; to provide remedies; and to provide for the powers of certain state officers and entities. HB 4468 (Rep. Kunse) A bill to amend 1956 PA 218, entitled "The insurance code of 1956," (MCL 500.100 to 500.8302) by adding section 3406ww.


evidence_text: Representative Meerman moved to report out HB 4466 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Government Operations. The motion prevailed 10-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine and Bohnak. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Witwer, Brenda Carter, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman.


evidence_text: Representative Bierlein moved to report out HB 4467 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Government Operations. The motion prevailed 10-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine and Bohnak. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Witwer, Brenda Carter, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman.


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to report out HB 4468 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Government Operations. The motion prevailed 10-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. VanderWall, Thompson, Meerman, Tisdel, Bierlein, DeBoer, Prestin, Schmaltz, St. Germaine and Bohnak. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Witwer, Brenda Carter, Neeley, Hoskins and Foreman. The Chair laid HB 5681 before the committee: HB 5681 (Rep. Phil Green) A bill to amend 2004 PA 47, entitled "Medical records access act," by amending section 9 (MCL 333.26269). Representative Green, joined by Elizabeth McElhiney, representing the Alliance for Health Information Operations and Standards, and Kyle Probst, representing Datavant, and the Alliance for Health Information Operations and Standards, testified in support of HB 5681. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5681, but did not wish to speak: Kate Dorsey, representing the Michigan State Medical Society. The Chair laid HB 5903 before the committee: HB 5903 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1974 PA 258, entitled "Mental health code," by amending section 134 (MCL 330.1134), as amended by 2015 PA 59. Representative Bierlein, joined by Steve Vernon, representing Cedar Creek Hospital, testified in support of HB 5903. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5903, but did not wish to speak: Scott Miles, representing Southridge Behavioral Hospital. Dustin Ames, representing Metropolitan Behavioral Health. Jaime White, representing Havenwyck Hospital. Jennifer Nyheis, representing Forest View Hospital. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5903, but did not wish to speak: Ashley Christian, representing Henry Ford Health. Sonny Hoogendoorn, representing Corewell Health.


evidence_text: Representative Bohnak 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 9:55 AM. Representative Curtis VanderWall, Chair Hazel Campbell-Crawley Committee Clerk hcrawley@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from February 04, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5214 before the committee: HB 5214 (Rep. Schmaltz) A bill to amend 1967 PA 281, entitled "Income tax act of 1967," (MCL 206.1 to 206.847) by adding section 277.


evidence_text: Representative Tisdel moved to report out HB 5214 with recommendation that the bill be referred to the Committee on Finance. The motion prevailed 9-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Harris, Tisdel, Lightner, Posthumus, Neyer, Schuette, Brenda Carter, Tate and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: None. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5214, but did not wish to speak: Sherri Boyd, representing The Arc Michigan. The Chair laid HB 5779, HB 5780, HB 5781, HB 5782 and HB 5783 before the committee: HB 5779 (Rep. Harris) A bill to amend 2003 PA 215, entitled "Credit union act," by amending section 301 (MCL 490.301), as amended by 2004 PA 471. HB 5780 (Rep. McFall) A bill to amend 2003 PA 215, entitled "Credit union act," by amending section 373 (MCL 490.373), as amended by 2004 PA 471. HB 5781 (Rep. Schuette) A bill to amend 2003 PA 215, entitled "Credit union act," by amending section 501 (MCL 490.501). HB 5782 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 2003 PA 215, entitled "Credit union act," by amending section 387 (MCL 490.387). HB 5783 (Rep. Brenda Carter) A bill to amend 2003 PA 215, entitled "Credit union act," by amending section 207 (MCL 490.207), as amended by 2016 PA 155. At 12:03 PM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 12:04 PM, Majority Vice Chair Tisdel called the committee back to order. Chair Harris and Representative Brenda Carter testified in support of HB 5779, HB 5780, HB 5781, HB 5782 and HB 5783. Kieran Marion, Executive Vice President, representing the Michigan Credit Union League, and Kurt Loose, Senior Vice President and Chief Operations Officer, representing American Share Insurance, testified in support of HB 5779, HB 5780, HB 5781, HB 5782 and HB 5783. Questions and discussions followed. At 12:18 PM, Majority Vice Chair Tisdel laid the committee at ease. At 12:19 PM, the Chair called the committee back to order.


evidence_text: Representative Brenda Carter 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 Harris adjourned the meeting at 12:20 PM. Representative Mike Harris, Chair Matthew Carnagie Committee Clerk mcarnagie@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Schuette moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent.


evidence_text: Chair Lightner moved to excuse Representative Hope from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5510 and HB 5511 before the committee: HB 5510 (Rep. St. Germaine) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 1 of chapter XI (MCL 771.1), as amended by 2019 PA 165. HB 5511 (Rep. Edwards) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," (MCL 760.1 to 777.69) by adding section 1a to chapter XI. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5510 and HB 5511, but did not wish to speak: Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM). Noah Smith, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Kyle Zawacki, representing the ACLU of Michigan.


evidence_text: Representative BeGole moved to report out HB 5510 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Tyrone Carter moved to report out HB 5511 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. The Chair laid HB 5831 before the committee: HB 5831 (Rep. Steele) A bill to amend 1931 PA 328, entitled "The Michigan penal code," by amending section 543f (MCL 750.543f), as amended by 2014 PA 23. Representative Steele testified in support of HB 5831. Questions and discussions followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5831, but did not wish to speak: Sheriff Bouchard, representing the Oakland County Sheriff's Office. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5831, but did not wish to speak: Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM). Noah Smith, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Kyle Zawacki, representing the ACLU of Michigan. Representative Lightner offered the following amendment to HB 5831: 1. Amend page 2, line 8, by striking out all of enacting section 2.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt the amendment to HB 5831. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report HB 5831, as amended, as substitute (H-1). The motion prevailed 7-0-3: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen and Schuette. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter, Breen and Scott. The Chair laid HB 5650 before the committee: HB 5650 (Rep. Woolford) A bill to require the attorney general to submit reports related to certain litigation to certain committees of the legislature; to provide for the powers and duties of certain state governmental officers and entities; to provide sanctions for failing to submit the reports; and to provide for remedies.


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5650. The motion prevailed 10-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen, Schuette, Tyrone Carter, Breen and Scott. Nays: None. Pass: None. Representative Woolford testified in support of HB 5650. Questions and discussions followed. The Chair laid HB 5452 before the committee: HB 5452 (Rep. Lightner) A bill to amend 1927 PA 175, entitled "The code of criminal procedure," by amending section 1k of chapter IX (MCL 769.1k), as amended by 2024 PA 38. Chair Lightner testified in support of HB 5452. Questions and discussions followed. Thomas P. Boyd, State Court Administrator, representing the State Court Administrative Office, testified in opposition to HB 5452. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5452, but did not wish to speak: Mike Compagnoni, representing the Southeast Michigan Council of Governments. Al Vanderberg, representing Kent County, Grand Rapids, MI. Deena Bosworth, representing the Michigan Association of Counties. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5452, but did not wish to speak: Chuck Warpehoski, representing the Michigan Collaborative to End Mass Incarceration. Nathan Triplett, representing the State Bar of Michigan. Noah Smith, representing Safe and Just Michigan. Noah Smith, representing the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan (CDAM).


evidence_text: Representative Lightner moved to report out HB 5452 with recommendation. The motion prevailed 7-1-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Lightner, BeGole, Wozniak, Harris, DeBoyer, Johnsen and Schuette. Nays: Rep. Breen. Pass: Reps. Tyrone Carter and Scott. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Lightner adjourned the meeting at 11:14 AM. Representative Sarah Lightner, Chair Melissa Sweet Committee Clerk msweet@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative St. Germaine moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 29, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5707 before the committee: HB 5707 (Rep. Bierlein) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," by amending sections 30103 and 30305 (MCL 324.30103 and 324.30305), section 30103 as amended by 2018 PA 163 and section 30305 as amended by 2018 PA 631. Representative Bierlein and Zachary Wenzlick of Freeland testified in support of HB 5707. Questions and discussions followed. Dylan Gebhard and Kyle Alexander, representing the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, testified in opposition to HB 5707. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in opposition to HB 5707, but did not wish to speak: Emily Smith, representing the Michigan Environmental Council. David Lossing, representing the Huron River Watershed Council. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5707, but did not wish to speak: Dawn Crandall, representing the Home Builders Association of Michigan. Tim Langholz, representing the National Federation of Independent Businesses. The Chair laid HB 5682 before the committee: HB 5682 (Rep. Phil Green) A bill to amend 1994 PA 451, entitled "Natural resources and environmental protection act," (MCL 324.101 to 324.90106) by adding section 43530.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt substitute (H-1) to HB 5682. The motion prevailed 9-0-5: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. Martin, St. Germaine, VanderWall, Hoadley, Johnsen, Prestin, Bohnak, Fairbairn and Wortz. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. McFall, Scott, Weiss, Foreman and Wooden. Representative Green, John Kupiec, and Bee Frederick, representing the Safari Club International, testified in support of HB 5682. Questions and discussions followed. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5682, but did not wish to speak: Chris Semrinec, representing the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. Bob Matthews, representing the Congressional Sportsmen Foundation. The Chair laid a presentation from the Michigan Association of Paddle Sport Providers before the committee. The Chair recognized the many paddle sport livery operators in the room and thanked them for their work for the State of Michigan. Jake Miltner, from Pine Water Paddle Sports, gave a presentation on the work of paddle sport providers to the committee. Questions and discussion followed. Scott and Patti Anderson, from Big Bear Adventures, continued the presentation and discussed the effects of recent flooding and ice-storms on the paddle sport industry. Questions and discussion followed.


evidence_text: Representative Johnsen moved to excuse Representatives Outman, Arbit and Myers-Phillips from the meeting. There being no objection the motion prevailed by unanimous consent. There being no further business before the committee, Chair Martin adjourned the meeting at 1:27 PM. Representative David Martin, Chair Taylor Thrush Committee Clerk tthrush@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative Kunse moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 30, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid HB 5645 before the committee: HB 5645 (Rep. Phil Green) A bill to amend 2000 PA 190, entitled "Privately owned cervidae producers marketing act," by amending sections 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, and 17 (MCL 287.952, 287.953, 287.954, 287.956, 287.957, 287.958, 287.959, 287.960, 287.961, 287.964, and 287.967), as amended by 2006 PA 561. Representative Green and Ryan Halfman, representing the United Deer Farmers of Michigan, testified in support of HB 5645. Questions and discussion followed. The following person submitted a card in support of HB 5645, but did not wish to speak: Justin Tomei, representing the MI Farm Bureau.


evidence_text: Representative Fox moved to excuse Representative 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 10:55 AM. Representative Jerry Neyer, Chair Brittany Middaugh Committee Clerk bmiddaugh@house.mi.gov


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to adopt the meeting minutes from April 30, 2026. There being no objection, the motion prevailed with unanimous consent. The Chair laid SB 770 before the committee: SB 770 (Sen. Cherry) A bill to amend 2001 PA 266, entitled "Grade A milk law of 2001," by amending section 6 (MCL 288.476), as amended by 2018 PA 623. Senator Cherry and Mikaylah Heffernan, representing the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, testified in support of SB 770. The following person submitted a card wishing to speak with no position on SB 770, but due to the time constraints was unable to speak: Ashley Meyers. The following people submitted a card in support of SB 770, but did not wish to speak: Scott Corrin, representing Dairy Farmers of America. Jason Wadaga, representing the Michigan Dairy Foods Association. The Chair laid HB 5570 and HB 5571 before the committee: HB 5570 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled "Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act," (MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 4i. HB 5571 (Rep. Wooden) A bill to amend 1972 PA 230, entitled "Stille-DeRossett-Hale single state construction code act," (MCL 125.1501 to 125.1531) by adding section 4j. Representative Fairbairn and Representative Wooden testified in support of HB 5570 and HB 5571. Linlin Liang, representing Pew Charitable Trusts, testified in support of HB 5570 and HB 5571. Thomas Reder, representing the American Institute of Architects, testified in opposition to HB 5570 and HB 5571. The following people submitted a card in support of HB 5570 and HB 5571, but did not wish to speak: Tim Golding and Sonny Koch, representing Americans for Prosperity Michigan. Logan Vorce, representing the Michigan League of Conservation Voters. Matt Sowash, representing Zillow. Forrest Wall, representing the Apartment Association of Michigan. Joanne Misuraca, representing the Michigan Mortgage Lenders Association. Nathan Murphy, representing the Council of Michigan Foundation. Erika Farley, representing the Rental Property Owners Association of Michigan. Steve Liedel, representing Business Leaders for Michigan. The following person submitted a card with a neutral position on HB 5570 and HB 5571, but did not wish to speak: Nicholas Cook, representing the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness. The following person submitted a card in opposition to HB 5571, but did not wish to speak: Matt Sahr, representing the Michigan Professional Firefighters Union.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5570. The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative Fitzgerald moved to adopt substitute (H-2) to HB 5571. The motion prevailed 4-0-1: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall and Fitzgerald. Nays: None. Pass: Rep. McFall.


evidence_text: Representative Harris moved to report out HB 5570 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 5-0-0: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris, VanderWall, Fitzgerald and McFall. Nays: None. Pass: None.


evidence_text: Representative VanderWall moved to report out HB 5571 with recommendation, as substitute (H-2). The motion prevailed 3-0-2: FAVORABLE ROLL CALL Yeas: Reps. BeGole, Harris and VanderWall. Nays: None. Pass: Reps. Fitzgerald and McFall. The Chair laid HCR 7 before the committee: HCR 7 (Rep. Meerman) A concurrent resolution applying to the Congress of the United States to call a convention to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for federal officials and members of Congress. At 9:20 AM, the Chair laid the committee at ease. At 9:21 AM, the Chair called the committee back to order. Representative Meerman and Sarah Santana, representing Convention of States Michigan, testified in support of HCR 7. Bryan Rubingh testified in support of HCR 7. Nicholas Richardson testified in support of HCR 7. The following people submitted a card in support of HCR 7, but did not wish to speak: Eric Phillips. Robin Riddell. Carolyn Berger. James Carter. Vickie Dillon. Susan Loubert. Iva Karwick. Chet Grant, representing Convention of States Michigan. Charles Johns. John Poelstra. Laura Murphy. David Tarnowski. Michele Connolly. Kelly Oldford, representing Convention of States Michigan. Russ Morey. John Phillips. Bob Simpson. Rick Bell. Jerry and Valerie Woodruff. Marilynn Grant. Debra and John Oresko. Rick Taylor. The Chair laid HB 5797 before the committee: HB 5797 (Rep. Fairbairn) A bill to amend 1979 PA 94, entitled "The state school aid act of 1979," by amending section 101 (MCL 388.1701), as amended by 2025 PA 15.